Best Sides for Chicken Wings: Perfect Side Dishes

Get ready for the Super Bowl and take your chicken wing game to the next level with the best side dishes!  From loaded potato skins to vegan buffalo cauliflower, these delicious sides are a great way to take your chicken wing dinner to the next level.

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Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower

A delicious and healthier alternative to traditional buffalo wings, these crispy and crunchy cauliflower florets are coated in a flavorful buffalo sauce, giving them a spicy kick. Paired with a homemade ranch dip made with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and various seasonings, these cauliflower "wings" are a crowd-pleasing appetizer for game day or any occasion! Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, like blue cheese dip or ranch. 

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Pigs in a Blanket

Using Trader Joe's Parmesan Pastry Puffs, these nitrate-free hot dogs wrapped in a pastry puff are a perfect addition to your chicken wing spread. Serve them alongside your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, ranch dressing, or cheese sauce for the best game-day treat.

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Loaded Potato Skins

Inspired by TGI Fridays, these loaded potato skins are the ultimate Super Bowl appetizer and pair deliciously with savory chicken wings. With their crispy skin, gooey cheese, and customizable toppings, these copycat potato skins are incredibly tasty and will be devoured in no time at your next party!

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Jalapeño Poppers

These air fryer jalapeno poppers sprinkled with bacon are a must-have for football season and an amazing side dish to pair with chicken wings. Their crispy golden exterior and flavorful filling made with Greek yogurt and cheddar cheese make them a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried, cream cheese-filled, stuffed mini peppers. 

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Carrot Fries

Ditch the traditional potato fries and try these healthier and colorful Air Fryer Carrot Fries. They are a healthy and tasty side dish for chicken wings, especially if you need to add a nutritious boost to your meal! These crispy fries are packed with flavor, coated in a punch of spice, and topped with grated parmesan cheese. 

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Pizza Rolls

Ready in just 10 minutes using an air fryer, these TikTok-viral Pizza Rolls are an easy recipe and fun snack to serve with your chicken wings. With a simple combination of tortillas, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and string cheese, they are so much better than frozen pizza rolls from the grocery store!

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Air Fryer Broccoli

Serve veggies and dip at your game-day gathering with this Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli recipe! In just 20 minutes, you'll have deliciously crispy, tangy broccoli to serve alongside your wings on the dinner table.

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Healthy Mac and Cheese

Made with cashews and nutritional yeast, this nutritious Mac and Cheese recipe is full of cheesy goodness! This classic side dish is perfect if you can't have dairy but love macaroni and cheese. It's so much better than the boxed stuff!

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Avocado Fries

These chunky breaded avocado strips are air-fried to crispy golden perfection with a creamy center. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce for a great side dish filled with healthy fats.

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Sweet Potato Fries

With just sweet potatoes, avocado oil, and seasonings, these are a delicious and healthier option than classic french fries. These sweet potato wedges are super easy to make and are a nutritious addition to your juicy chicken wings. 

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Mozzarella Sticks

Crispy and cheesy, these homemade Mozzarella Sticks made in the air fryer are the perfect appetizer for football Sundays or any gathering. Pair with marinara sauce for the ultimate snack combo!

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Brussels Sprouts

Coated with parmesan and combined with crispy bacon, these Air Fried Brussel Sprouts aren't your average vegetable side dish! Take your chicken wings up a notch by including these crispy and delicious Brussels sprouts. 

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Zucchini Fries

These breadcrumb and parmesan-coated Zucchini Fries are the perfect side dish to elevate your chicken wing game. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these zucchini fries are a healthier way to enjoy traditional french fries. 

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Vegetarian Chili

Packed with a variety of beans, vegetables, and savory spices, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that pairs perfectly with your game-day spread. Serve it in a bowl, as a topping for loaded nachos, or with your chicken wings for a complete meal.

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When it comes to the best appetizers for chicken wings, there are plenty of delicious side dishes to choose from! Whether you're hosting a game day party for the Super Bowl or simply craving some tasty finger foods along with your chicken wings, these recipes have got you covered. From classic favorites like mac and cheese and mozzarella sticks to more unique options like vegan buffalo cauliflower and avocado fries, there's something for everyone's taste buds!

 
 
 

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