How to Cut Chicken Wings

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A wingette is lifted up by a hand out of a pile of cut chicken wings.

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Learn How to Cut Chicken Wings into separate portions, wingettes and drumettes, with only two simple cuts using this easy step-by-step guide! You can then use them in your favorite baked or fried wings recipes or store or freeze them for later.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: London Brazil

Ingredients

1 pound whole chicken wings

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Instructions

Separate the Wingette and Drumette: Flip the whole chicken wing over so it is skin side down and you can easily see the joints. Use your fingers to locate the first ridge between the drumette and the wingette portions.
Place a sharp knife just besides this ridge and also parallel to the long axis of the drumette. Cut all of the way through it - your knife should slide right through with very little resistance.
1 pound whole chicken wings
Remove the Wing Tip: Next, locate the second ridge between the wingette and the tip portions. Cut all of the way through to separate the two pieces.
Use cut chicken wings in these Buffalo Chicken Wings, Air Fryer Chicken Wings, or Parmesan Garlic Wings recipes.

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Notes

Equipment: Steer clear of wooden cutting boards when handling raw meat.
Sauce: Top your wings with your favorite sauce for a tasty treat.
Cooking: Be sure to cook the chicken to 165℉ so no one gets sick.

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