Everyone loves chicken wings. I find that even the most determined user of cutlery is prepared to cast their knives and forks aside and pick up a sticky, delicious chicken wing with their fingers! Wings are often just one dish at a large buffet, but sometimes, I think it’s worth making them into a full meal in their own right. Stick with me to find out the best 20 sides for chicken wings for your finger-licking dinner tonight!
1. Vinegar Coleslaw
Chicken wings are great, but they are rich! Sometimes you need a sharp side to cut through the fat. This vinegar coleslaw is deliciously tart and refeshing.
Recipe by: Southern Bite
2. Colorful Coleslaw
This brightly colored slaw keeps things healthy, with a vibrant mix of vegetables. Chuck in some seeds as well, and finish the whole thing off with a garlic lemon dressing.
Recipe by: Cookie and Kate
3. German Sauerkraut
Another classic cabbage salad with tangy flavors. Sauerkraut only takes a few moments to make, but you’ll need to leave it for at least a few days to ferment, so plan ahead!
Recipe by: Ela Vegan
4. Quick Pickled Fennel
Lorraine Elliot at Not Quite Nigella has got it going on with this quick fennel pickle. Only 10 minutes to make and it keeps for a month in the fridge. I love the aniseed flavor of fennel with chicken wings.
Recipe by: Not Quite Nigella
5. Navel Orange Salad with Avocado
Oranges are a great match to chicken wings, providing sweetness and tartness at the same time. Throw in some avocados, and I’m just in heaven!
Recipe by: Skinny Taste
6. Potato Salad
An oldie but a goodie! Classics hang around for a reason and I can’t think of a better reason to eat potato salad than if I’ve got some chicken wings to go with it! My version uses purple potatoes for an interesting twist.
Recipe by: Yummy Addiction
7. Potato Wedges
Oven-baked wedges are a healthier alternative to French fries. And when they’re done right, you don’t miss out on any of that all-important crunch.
Recipe by: Inspired Taste
7. Crispy Cauliflower
Confession time: it was eating this recipe with wings that inspired this whole post! Crispy cauliflower is not a traditional accompaniment, but man-oh-man, they went so well together!
Recipe by: Yummy Addiction
8. Corn on the Cob
If you’ve got the BBQ going anyway for your chicken wings, I definitely recommend throwing on some corn cobs! This recipe adds lime and chili for a Mexican twist.
Recipe by: Tidy Mom
9. Pork Fried Rice
This Chinese takeout classic pairs very well with chicken wings. I find it especially good when using a honey and soy marinade for the chicken.
Recipe by: Well Plated
10. Southern Cornbread
A southern staple, and a delicious flavor match for classic wings. Especially good when you add in the collard greens below…
Recipe by: Grits and Pine Cones
11. Collard Greens
Providing a healthy dose of greenery to mop up all the fat, collard greens are the perfect vegetable side to chicken wings when you’ve had enough of salads.
Recipe by: Divas can Cook
12. Paula Deen’s Corn Casserole
A dish that has become a modern classic in just a few years! I made this casserole a short time ago and was blown away by the flavor. Definitely part of a Southern spread with chicken wings.
Recipe by: Yummy Addiction
13. Coconut Rice
My go-to side for chicken wings when I use a spicy Thai marinade. The rich coconut flavor stands up to the chili heat, transporting you to Southeast Asia in a heartbeat.
Recipe by: Ahead of Thyme
14. Vietnamese Noodle Salad
Fragrant with herbs and citrus, raw crunchy vegetables, and rice vermicelli combine to make this refreshing salad a great match for chicken wings.
Recipe by: Foodie Crush
15. Baked Sweet Potatoes
So easy to make – just put them in the oven and that’s it. The sweet, buttery flavor is a perfect match for chicken wings on a cooler day.
Recipe by: Down Shiftology
16. Pasta Salad
For summer grills and cookouts, nothing beats a classic pasta salad. Add some extra fresh seasonal veggies to your plate of chicken wings to cool the burn!
Recipe by: Budget Bytes
17. Mac and Cheese
Creamy baked mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food to go with your chicken wings. Especially good with extra parmesan grated over the sticky wings, to melt into the mac.
Recipe by: The Chunky Chef
18. Gremolata Sauce
Green herb sauces with garlic have exactly the right pungent depth to them. Dredge your wings through the vibrant green gremolata sauce and enjoy the zinginess!
Recipe by: Feasting at Home
19. Salsa Verde
Sharp tomatillos match with serrano chilis in this classic Mexican sauce. It sets off the richness of the wings wonderfully, with spicy-sour flavor.
Recipe by: Cooking Classy
20. Spicy Mayo
Layla at Gimme Delicious says that once you’ve tried this sauce, you’ll never go back to plain old mayonnaise. She’s not wrong! Spicy and creamy, it’s a great match for salty wings.
Recipe by: Gimme Delicious
Conclusion
Do you agree that these are the best 20 sides for chicken wings, or am I missing any? Let me know in the comments if you’ve got a great recipe I should try!
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