Okay, hear me out! Nutella and chicken wings might sound like a mad, borderline heretical combo. But if you’re someone who can’t resist that creamy chocolate-hazelnut goodness and you live for crispy, saucy wings, this mash-up is pure magic. The rich sweetness of Nutella caramelizes into a glossy, almost toffee-like glaze, while Sriracha cuts through with a gentle heat that feels like a perfectly balanced dare. It’s the kind of unexpected twist that surprises your taste buds and makes total sense the first time you try it.
Imagine the first bite: warm chicken wing meets glossy chocolate-hazelnut spread laced with a gentle heat that tingles on your tongue. It’s the unexpected twist that turns ordinary game-day wings into something you can’t stop thinking about, like sneaking a spoonful of Nutella straight from the jar, but with the camaraderie of passing a platter around the table. Every finger-licking morsel strikes that perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory, guaranteed to spark smiles (and maybe even a few raised eyebrows).
Why It Hits Home:
The familiar comfort of roasted wings gets a playful makeover when velvety Nutella caramelizes into a sticky glaze, while a touch of chili brings just enough kick to keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 2 lb (900 g) chicken wings, tips removed and wings split
- ½ cup (120 g) Nutella or chocolate-hazelnut spread
- 2 Tbsp Sriracha (or your favorite chili sauce)
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet lined with parchment or foil
- Pastry brush
Timings
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 30 minutes
- Total: 40 minutes
Servings
Makes about 4 servings (6–8 wings per person)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare (5 min): Preheat your oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil and lightly spray or brush with oil.
- Mix the Glaze (2 min): In a bowl, whisk together Nutella and Sriracha until smooth and well combined.
- Toss Wings (3 min): Pat the wings dry with paper towels. Add to the bowl and toss thoroughly, ensuring each wing is coated in the Nutella-Sriracha glaze.
- Bake (25 min): Arrange wings in a single layer on the prepared sheet. Roast for 20 minutes, then flip each wing and bake another 5 minutes.
- Broil for Shine (3 min): Switch oven to broil (grill) on high for 2–3 minutes, watching closely until the glaze bubbles and darkens at the edges—this creates that crave-worthy caramelized sheen.
- Rest & Serve: Let wings rest 2–3 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt or toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 kcal | 22 g | 16 g | 28 g |
Tips & Suggestions
- Extra Gloss: Reserve 1–2 Tbsp of the glaze before tossing so you can brush a fresh layer on after broiling for a knock-out shine.
- Spice Level: Swap Sriracha for gochujang or chipotle sauce to adjust heat and flavor profile.
- Air Fryer Option: Cook at 200 °C (400 °F) for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, then brush glaze and air-fry 2 more minutes for crispier skin.
- Serving Twist: Pair with a quick lime-yogurt dipping sauce (2 Tbsp yogurt + juice of ½ lime + pinch of garlic powder) to cut through the sweetness.
3-Ingredient Nutella Chicken Wings: Sweet, Spicy, Irresistible
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat & Prepare (5 min): Preheat your oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil and lightly spray or brush with oil.
- Mix the Glaze (2 min): In a bowl, whisk together Nutella and Sriracha until smooth and well combined.
- Toss Wings (3 min): Pat the wings dry with paper towels. Add to the bowl and toss thoroughly, ensuring each wing is coated in the Nutella-Sriracha glaze.
- Bake (25 min): Arrange wings in a single layer on the prepared sheet. Roast for 20 minutes, then flip each wing and bake another 5 minutes.
- Broil for Shine (3 min): Switch oven to broil (grill) on high for 2–3 minutes, watching closely until the glaze bubbles and darkens at the edges—this creates that crave-worthy caramelized sheen.
- Rest & Serve: Let wings rest 2–3 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt or toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
- Extra Gloss: Reserve 1–2 Tbsp of the glaze before tossing so you can brush a fresh layer on after broiling for a knock-out shine.
- Spice Level: Swap Sriracha for gochujang or chipotle sauce to adjust heat and flavor profile.
- Air Fryer Option: Cook at 200 °C (400 °F) for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, then brush glaze and air-fry 2 more minutes for crispier skin.
- Serving Twist: Pair with a quick lime-yogurt dipping sauce (2 Tbsp yogurt + juice of ½ lime + pinch of garlic powder) to cut through the sweetness.
