
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through links on this page. This helps support our site at no extra cost to you. Clicking on ingredient or equipment links will take you to amazon.com where you can purchase these items.
Crispy fried chicken wings tossed in a spicy sriracha‑potato starch coating and finished with a generous amount of melted Parmesan cheese. Inspired by Nick DiGiovanni's YouTube tutorial, these wings are perfect for game day or a hearty appetizer.
Shop all ingredients on Amazon in one click • Printable PDF with shopping checklist
Everything you need to know about this recipe
Chicken Parmesan Wings blend two beloved Italian‑American favorites: classic chicken parm and bar‑style wings. While traditional chicken parm originates from Southern Italy, the wing format became popular in the United States as a party snack, making this hybrid a modern comfort food staple.
In Italy, chicken parmigiana is typically baked rather than fried and served over pasta. Some regions add mozzarella or provolone, while others keep it simple with just Parmesan and tomato sauce. The wing version is an American adaptation that emphasizes frying and handheld eating.
They are usually presented on a platter or directly on a Parmesan cheese wheel lid, allowing diners to scoop up the cheesy coating. The dish is often accompanied by marinara dipping sauce and a garnish of fresh parsley.
These wings are a popular choice for sports games, tailgate parties, and casual gatherings because they are easy to share, flavorful, and can be eaten without utensils.
The combination of a spicy sriracha‑infused starch coating with the nutty, umami richness of melted Parmesan creates a flavor contrast that isn’t found in traditional chicken parm or standard wing recipes.
Common errors include frying at too low a temperature, which yields soggy wings, and not drying the wings properly, causing the coating to slide off. Also, adding the cheese after the wings have cooled prevents proper melting.
Potato starch creates a lighter, crispier crust and is naturally gluten‑free, which keeps the wings extra crunchy while allowing the sriracha to adhere evenly.
Yes. You can coat the wings and refrigerate them for up to 1 hour before frying. After cooking, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a hot oven to restore crispness.
The YouTube channel Nick DiGiovanni focuses on creative, high‑energy cooking tutorials that blend classic techniques with modern twists, often featuring bold flavors and visually striking presentations.
Nick DiGiovanni emphasizes rapid, visually engaging edits and often incorporates unexpected ingredient pairings—like sriracha in a Parmesan wing—while still respecting the core flavors of the cuisine, setting his style apart from more traditional, step‑by‑step tutorial channels.
Similar recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos

A step‑by‑step guide to building a deli‑quality Italian hoagie (sub) at home using six essential components: sturdy roll, lubricating condiments, balanced meats, flavorful cheeses, seasoned vegetables, and tight wrapping. Includes two variations—classic and spicy—so you can recreate that authentic sub shop experience in your kitchen.

A healthier take on classic fried wings: baked chicken wings coated in a crunchy Parmesan‑cheese and breadcrumb crust, seasoned with garlic and oregano. Perfect for family gatherings or game‑day snacking.

A faithful recreation of Chef Hector Boiardi's original spaghetti dinner, featuring a rich tomato, beef, and mushroom sauce served over buttered spaghetti with Parmesan cheese. This recipe is based on Chef Boiardi's 1930s cookbook and family recipes, offering a taste of Italian-American history.

A quick and flavorful stuffed bell pepper recipe featuring sweet Italian sausage, ricotta, spinach, and mozzarella. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish balances savory meat, creamy cheese, and bright vegetables, all baked to bubbly perfection.

A faithful recreation of Chef Hector Boiardi's original spaghetti dinner, featuring a rich tomato, beef, and mushroom sauce served over buttered spaghetti with Parmesan cheese. This recipe is based on Chef Boiardi's 1930s cookbook and family recipes, offering a taste of Italian-American history.

A no‑egg, oil‑bound meatball recipe that stays juicy and flavorful, simmered in a quick garlic‑beef‑stock marinara and served on toasted flatbread for a satisfying sub. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.