Betty White’s Famous Chicken Wings

Betty White’s famous chicken wings recipe is a fan favorite—sweet, savory, and easy to make with just a few pantry staples. Perfect for parties, game day, or Golden Girls night!

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Betty White’s Famous Chicken Wings

Let’s take a delicious little stroll down memory lane—Hollywood style!

If you’re anything like me, you probably grew up watching Betty White light up every screen she touched. She was funny, timeless, and totally lovable—on The Golden Girls, Hot in Cleveland, and even in those hilarious Snickers commercials. But did you know she also had a recipe for chicken wings that her fans absolutely adore?

Yes, our Golden Girl could cook—and these wings have become a cult-favorite among her longtime fans.

This recipe has been shared in cookbooks, fan magazines, and on vintage recipe cards for years. It’s said to be one of her go-to party recipes, often made for close friends and gatherings at home. The original version calls for simple pantry staples: brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, dry mustard, and a splash of red wine.

It’s sweet, salty, sticky, and so easy to make. These wings are perfect for casual dinners, football Sundays, and yes—Golden Girls marathons.

• 3 lbs chicken wings (drumettes or party wings)

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 1 cup soy sauce

• 1/4 cup dry red wine (apple juice or broth works too!)

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

• Mix together the brown sugar, soy sauce, wine, garlic powder, and mustard in a bowl.

• Add chicken wings to a large Ziploc or baking dish and pour the marinade over them.

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours—overnight is even better!

• Preheat your oven to 350°F.

• Bake wings on a foil-lined baking sheet for 1 hour, flipping halfway through.

• Optional: Simmer the leftover marinade and brush it on the wings during the last 10 minutes for extra flavor.

These wings are a game day favorite for a reason! They’re easy to make, always a crowd-pleaser, and you can prep them the night before. Just marinate, bake, and serve—no fancy steps, no stress.

Perfect for game day snacks, parties, or when you just want something popular and easy to make!

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