How to Reheat Chicken Wings [Step-By-Step]

Everyone loves a good batch of chicken wings, right? But did you cook too many, and now you have a few too many leftovers? You might be concerned about how best to store and reheat them for next time. The good news is, it is not that hard. So, here’s how to reheat chicken wings.

Reheating chicken wings doesn’t take much effort, and you can do it using several methods. You can use a microwave, an oven, a frying pan, or a toaster oven to reheat your chicken wings.

After reheating, you might need to store some more chicken wings. This article will not only show you how to reheat chicken wings but store them as well.

How to Reheat Chicken Wings Using a Microwave

Using a microwave is always the fastest way to reheat most leftover meals. It may not be the most effective way, but it gets the job done. To get back that crispiness, you can put them in the oven for a short while after heating in the microwave. 

Here is how to use a microwave to reheat chicken wings:

1. Place some damp paper towels on the microwave-safe dish.
2. Put the chicken wings inside the plate and cover them with more damp paper towels. 
3. Place the dish in the microwave and heat at medium temperature. 
4. Heat the chicken wings for two to three minutes or until they get warm. 
5. Preheat the oven to a temperature of 350°F.
6. Remove the chicken wings from the microwave and transfer them into a baking pan. 
7. Put the baking pan containing the wings into the preheated oven. 
8. Heat for one minute, turn them over, and heat for an extra minute. 

How to Reheat Chicken Wings Using an Oven

The oven remains undefeated when it comes to reheating leftover chicken wings. Chicken wings are delicious because of their tastes and their crispy texture.

So, if you want to maintain the correct interior and exterior texture after reheating, the oven should be your go-to method. 

Here is how to use an oven to reheat chicken wings:

1. Sprinkle water over the wings if you do not want them to dry out. 
2. If they are still cold or frozen, allow them to get to room temperature before proceeding.
3. Preheat the oven to a temperature of 350°F.
4. Grease the baking sheet with oil, butter, or cooking spray.
5. Place the chicken wings next to each other on the baking sheet and spread them out.
6. Place the baking sheet in the oven and heat for five to six minutes.
7. Flip them over and heat for an extra five to six minutes. To know the temperature of the wings, stick a meat thermometer in the meat. If it records a temperature of 165°F, then your chicken wings are ready.
8. Take them out from the oven and serve. 

How to Reheat Chicken Wings Using a Frying Pan

This method is relatively fast and easy to follow through. You can place the frying pan on any heat source of your choice, such as the stove, cooking gas, or electric cooker. 

Follow these steps to reheat your chicken wings using a frying pan:

1. Remove the wings from the freezer or refrigerator and thaw them until they come to room temperature. 
2. Add a few tablespoons of cooking oil to the frying pan. The number of wings will determine the quantity of oil to add. 
3. Place the frying pan on high heat and allow the oil to get hot. 
4. Place the chicken wings into the hot oil and fry them for about two to three minutes. 
5. Flip them over as you fry for even heat distribution. 
6. Once they turn golden brown, turn off the heat and take them out of the oil. 
7. Serve your chicken wings.

How to Reheat Chicken Wings Using a Toaster Oven

Using a toaster oven is another great way to reheat chicken wings. The crispy texture stays intact, and the taste does not change. 

Follow the steps below to reheat chicken wings with a toaster oven:

1. If the wings are cold or frozen, allow them to thaw to room temperature. 
2. Place the wings in the toaster oven and set it to 350°F. 
3. Heat the wings for 5 to 10 minutes.
4. Check the temperature; if it reads 165°F, it means the wings are hot enough. If they are not hot enough, you can reheat for a few more minutes.

How to Store Chicken Wings

Storing leftover meals the right way is an important part of cooking and should not be ignored. 

To store chicken wings: 

1. Place them in an airtight sealable container or ziplock bag.
2. Put the container in the refrigerator to store for a few days. Alternatively, place the container in the freezer at 0°F if you want to keep them for a longer time. 

Do not expose the wings or let them stay for too long before transferring them to the storage container. This is to prevent the build of bacteria.