basil pesto wings

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beulah, MI
Updated on Oct 27, 2025

I love basil pesto. Anything with pesto is delish.

prep time 1 Hr
cook time 20 Min
method Deep Fry
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chicken wings
  • salt and pepper
  • oil, for deep frying
  • BASIL PESTO
  • 4 cups basil leaves
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make basil pesto wings

  • Step 1
    Lay the wings on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile, make the pesto. Put all ingredients in a food processor except the oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Step 3
    Process, drizzling in the oil until the sauce comes together. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Place in a large bowl.
  • Step 4
    Heat oil to 350 degrees F. Deep fry the wings in batches for about 5 to 10 minutes, depending on how big the wings are.
  • Step 5
    Throw the wings in the bowl with the pesto and shake the pesto on the wings. Serve.

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Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Deep Fry
Culture: American

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