Can I use frozen wings?

Absolutely! Just thaw them completely in the fridge overnight first. Pat them really dry with paper towels - frozen wings tend to release more moisture, which can make them steam instead of crisp up.

How to make these dairy-free?

Easy swap! Use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan (about 3 tablespoons), and check your pesto ingredients - many store-bought versions contain cheese. Or make your own dairy-free pesto with extra nuts!

Can I air fry these instead?

Oh yes! Air fry at 400°F for 22-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway. Coat with pesto-Parmesan right after - they'll be extra crispy!

What if my pesto separates?

No stress! Just give it a good stir before mixing with the Parmesan. If it's really thick, warm it slightly or whisk in a teaspoon of olive oil.

Can I prep these ahead?

Sort of! Bake the wings in advance, then toss with pesto-Parmesan right before serving. The coating tastes best fresh!

Crispy 20-Minute Pesto-Parmesan Wings Pack a Flavor Punch

Description

Crispy chicken wings coated in a flavorful pesto and Parmesan mixture.

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken wings
1/2 cup basil pesto
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Toss wings with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Bake for 40 minutes, flipping halfway.
Mix pesto and Parmesan in a bowl.
Toss baked wings in pesto mixture.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh pesto for best flavor.
Adjust Parmesan to taste.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Italian-American