Parmesan Garlic Wing Sauce with a Kick
Elevate your chicken dishes with this creamy and zesty Parmesan Garlic Sauce inspired by Buffalo Wild Wings. This homemade sauce combines roasted garlic with a blend of herbs and spices, creating a flavorful dip that perfectly complements crispy chicken wings, tenders, and nuggets. Share it with friends or enjoy it at your next gathering—it's sure to be a hit with everyone!
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Servings
136
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
garlic cloves
4 (peeled)
olive oil
1 teaspoon
mayonnaise
1/2 cup
light corn syrup
2 tablespoons
parmesan cheese
5 teaspoons
white vinegar
1 tablespoon
lemon juice
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon
dried basil
1/4 teaspoon
dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon
dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon
dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon
ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a small oven-safe dish, toss the peeled garlic cloves with olive oil until well-coated.
3
Bake the garlic in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cloves become soft and start to turn a light golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
4
Once cooled, use a garlic press or finely mince the roasted garlic using a sharp knife.
5
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the roasted garlic, mayonnaise, light corn syrup, Parmesan cheese, white vinegar, lemon juice, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, dried basil, dried marjoram, dried oregano, dried thyme, and ground black pepper.
6
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until smooth and well incorporated.
7
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for several hours or, even better, overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
8
To serve, drizzle approximately 1/4 cup of the sauce over a batch of cooked chicken wings (12 wings) and toss gently to ensure they are well coated. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
13g
Fat
1g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this wing sauce recipe?
The recipe is for Parmesan Garlic Wing Sauce with a Kick.
What restaurant inspired this Parmesan Garlic sauce?
This homemade sauce is inspired by the flavors found at Buffalo Wild Wings.
What are the primary flavor characteristics of this sauce?
The sauce is described as creamy, zesty, and flavorful with a spicy kick from red pepper flakes.
How many garlic cloves are needed for this recipe?
You will need 4 garlic cloves.
What is the first step in preparing the garlic?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and toss peeled garlic cloves with olive oil.
How long should the garlic be roasted?
Bake the garlic for about 20 minutes until the cloves are soft and light golden brown.
How do you process the garlic after roasting?
Once cooled, use a garlic press or finely mince the roasted garlic with a sharp knife.
What is the base ingredient of the sauce?
The base of the sauce is 1/2 cup of mayonnaise.
How much light corn syrup is included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of light corn syrup.
How much Parmesan cheese is required?
You will need 5 teaspoons of Parmesan cheese.
What types of acidic ingredients are added to the sauce?
The sauce uses 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
What provides the spicy kick in this recipe?
The kick comes from 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.
Which dried herbs are used in the Parmesan Garlic sauce?
The herbs include dried basil, dried marjoram, dried oregano, and dried thyme.
How much dried basil is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of dried basil.
Is there black pepper in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
How should the ingredients be combined?
Mix all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
Does the sauce need to be refrigerated before serving?
Yes, you should cover and refrigerate the sauce for several hours or overnight.
Why is the sauce refrigerated overnight?
Refrigerating the sauce allows the flavors to properly meld together.
How much sauce should be used for a batch of 12 wings?
Drizzle approximately 1/4 cup of the sauce over 12 cooked chicken wings.
How do you ensure the wings are properly coated?
After drizzling the sauce, toss the wings gently to ensure even coating.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 total ingredients in this recipe.
What is the calorie count for this sauce?
The sauce contains 136 calories per serving.
How much fat is in a serving of this sauce?
There are 13 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
The sauce has 1 gram of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in the sauce?
There is 1 gram of protein per serving.
Besides wings, what else can this sauce be served with?
It is an excellent dip for chicken tenders and nuggets.
Is olive oil used in the mixture or just for roasting?
1 teaspoon of olive oil is used specifically for coating the garlic cloves during the roasting process.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What temperature should the oven be for the garlic?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Is this a quick recipe to prepare?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick recipe, though it requires time for roasting garlic and chilling the sauce.