Grilled Chicken Wings
This Grilled Chicken Wings delivers 61g protein and 771 calories per serving—the highest protein-to-serving ratio of any appetizer in the app. Batch-preps 4 servings on the stovetop in minutes, working as a standalone meal or bulking snack between main courses. Built for athletes in a caloric surplus seeking calorie-dense protein sources without added carbs.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Wingettes Or Drumettes(1361g)
- •Olive oil(45g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(45g)
- •Garlic powder(10g)
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Unsalted Butter(60g)
- •Hot Sauce, Frank'S RedHot(80g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(8g)
- •Vinegar, White(8g)
Instructions
- 1If necessary, split the wings into flats and drumettes: Trim off the wing tips and discard. Split the drumette side of each wing from the flat side at the joint: wiggle your knife near the joint to find the “soft spot.” Slice down through the skin and separate. It should split fairly easily, but if not, put the blade in place, then carefully but firmly hit the top of your knife to apply extra pressure. Pat the wings very dry and transfer to a large bowl or ziptop bag.
- 2In a small bowl, combine the oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 3Pour over the wings and toss to coat (or seal the bag, removing as much excess air as possible, and turn to coat). Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- 4When ready to grill, preheat your grill to 425°F. Let the wings come to room temperature.
- 5Make the wing sauce: in a saucepan over medium heat, melt together the butter and hot sauce. Whisk in the soy sauce and vinegar. Adjust to taste.
- 6Grill the wings for 12 to 18 minutes, until they reach 170 to 180°F and are cooked through and tender. Flip every 4 to 5 minutes to prevent scorching in places. Transfer to a serving plate or bowl and let rest a few minutes.
- 7Toss the wings in the wing sauce, or serve with sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition — Per Serving
771
calories
61g
protein
67g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 4g
- Saturated fat
- 13.6g
- Sodium
- 1326 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.3g
4 servings per batch · ~404g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Grilled Chicken Wings have per serving?
Each serving contains 61g of protein and 771 calories with 67g fat and 4g carbs. This is an extremely high-fat, zero-carb option that prioritizes protein density over balanced macros.
How long does Grilled Chicken Wings take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 4 servings, making it efficient for meal prepping high-protein appetizers or snacks throughout the week.
Is Grilled Chicken Wings good for muscle gain?
At 61g protein per serving, chicken wings support muscle gain goals effectively, though the 771 calories and 67g fat make this better suited for caloric surplus phases rather than cutting.
