Super source
Protein
19.8 g · 40% DV target
A versatile and flavorful cut of poultry characterized by a high skin-to-meat ratio, chicken wings provide a rich source of complete protein and essential lipids.
Chicken wings are a source of high-quality protein containing all essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein that the body cannot produce on its own) .1
Poultry meat is consistently associated with a neutral or positive effect on health outcomes when substituted for processed red meats in a balanced diet .13
The skin-to-meat ratio of the wing results in a higher energy and lipid (fat) content compared to leaner cuts like the breast, though it remains a common recommendation in various European dietary guidelines as a lean meat alternative when consumed in moderation .112
While chicken naturally contains small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, the specific levels can vary significantly based on the bird's diet and the rearing system used .9
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
19.8 g · 40% DV target
12.3 g · 16% DV target
3.48 g · 17% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.20 g · 20% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.15 g · Top 20% of meat & poultry
2.45 g · Top 7% of meat & poultry
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Keep in original packaging on the bottom shelf
Wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn
Poultry generally has a lower carbon footprint than beef or lamb, though intensive farming remains a concern.
The modern popularity of the Buffalo wing is often traced to a single night in 1964 at the Anchor Bar in New York, where they were served as a late-night snack to avoid wasting the then-undesirable cut.