Fritos Are the Secret Ingredient for Your Super Bowl Party Chicken Wing Recipe

Fritos rock. How do we know? We tasted all the Fritos flavors back to back and were left with a real appreciation for just how good the corn chips are. But Fritos are good for more than just snackin’ and dippin’. We’re not talking about Frito pie. Though we love a good walking taco as much as the next guy, we’re talking about Frito-crusted chicken wings. Did we just throw your Super Bowl snack menu into question?

Chicken wings are a must-have during the Big Game. Even if you’re vegan, you’re legally required to eat some sort of “wing” dipped in blue cheese or ranch. And while we’ve done the work and found the best frozen wings, frozen boneless wings, and frozen vegan wings, there’s something to be said for homemade wings. The only issue? It’s tough to get that crispy skin. That’s where the Fritos come in. 

How to make Frito-coated chicken wings

Here’s what you do: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat wings (boneless or otherwise) in butter, then roll them in crushed up Fritos. Place the coated wings on a foil-lined baking sheet, and bake for around 30-40 minutes. The result? Crispy, juicy wings that are just begging to be dipped in blue cheese—or a Southwestern dip, maybe? These are corn chip-coated wings we’re talking about, after all. 

What are the best Fritos to use in this recipe? 

You don’t have to use plain Fritos for this trick. We’re partial to Chili Cheese Fritos, which would make for a boldly flavored wing. Or you could try the Bar-B-Q for a more traditional wing flavor. Or, if you want to go the other way entirely, you could opt for the Lightly Salted Fritos, which add crunch and texture without too much extra flavor. That’s for the real chicken purists out there.