Description
Indulge in these irresistible Crock Pot Chicken Wings, a perfect blend of convenience and flavor. Slow-cooked to tender perfection and finished with a crispy broil, these wings are smothered in a savory garlic butter sauce and topped with melted Parmesan cheese. An ideal crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, or a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 lb Chicken wings (separated into flats and drumettes)
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 6 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
- Green onions or chives (optional; sliced thinly for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken wings
Place the chicken wings in the bottom of a slow cooker. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the seasonings. - Create the garlic butter sauce
In a small bowl or saucepan, stir together the melted butter and minced garlic. You can melt it on the stove or in the microwave. If melting on the stove, sauté the garlic for about a minute before removing from heat to enhance its flavor. - Coat the wings
Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the chicken wings. Stir to coat each wing thoroughly, ensuring they are all well-covered with the flavorful sauce. - Slow cook the wings
Cook the wings in the slow cooker for 2.5-3 hours on High or 5-6 hours on Low, until they are almost fall-off-the-bone tender. This slow cooking process will infuse the wings with flavor and ensure they are perfectly cooked. - Prepare for broiling
Toward the end of the slow cooking time, preheat the oven to Broil. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper, or use foil and grease well. If using parchment paper, make sure there isn’t any excess to prevent burning under the broiler. - Broil the wings
Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared pan. Broil for about 5 minutes on each side, until crispy and golden. This step gives the wings a delicious crispy exterior. - Add Parmesan cheese
Remove the chicken wings from the oven. Top with shredded Parmesan cheese, distributing it evenly over the wings. Return to the oven (under the broiler again) for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly golden. - Garnish and serve
Garnish with thinly sliced green onions or chives if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Crock Pot Chicken Wings!
Notes
- For crispy wings, ensure they are arranged in a single layer when broiling.
- To make cleanup easier, use a slow cooker liner.
- Frozen wings can be used, but may require additional cooking time.
- For flavor variations, try buffalo sauce, BBQ sauce, or teriyaki sauce.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- These wings can be meal-prepped by cooking in the Crock Pot and broiling just before serving.
- Freeze for up to 3 months. Freeze on a sheet pan first to prevent sticking, then transfer to a freezer bag.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 chicken wings
- Calories: 450kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 1
