These 20 chicken appetizers for a party are perfect to serve all year but really shine in the summer months. These appetizers are all different and have so much variety for all being made with chicken. Lots of different hot wing recipes plus great additions featuring chicken like pinwheels and wonton cups.
20 Chicken Appetizer Recipes for a Party
With these 20 recipes, every bite delivers juicy flavors that will keep friends and family coming back for more. Check out some of my favorites, ranging from classic buffalo to fried wontons, and inspired by a variety of global cuisines!
No matter what time of year your party is, you can serve up these tasty chicken appetizers. For me, they really shine at summer get-togethers. Easy and cheap chicken appetizers that everyone will adore!
Use these chicken appetizers alongside some hot dip recipes, cold dip recipes, and cherry tomato appetizers for the perfect summer bash!
Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Wings Courtesy of Simple Living Recipes
These air fryer chicken wings are breaded with flour and baking soda for added crunch, and the sweet chili glaze enhances their flavor.
If you enjoy chicken wings but don’t want the extra oil and calories that deep frying can provide, these air fryer breaded chicken wings are for you. They are breaded with flour, baking powder, and spices and fried in an air fryer to achieve the ideal crispy crust with moist meat. Then you can quickly make this delicious sweet chili glaze to add that sticky, sweet flavor with just the right kick.
Air Fryer Chicken Bites Courtesy of Savas Kitchen
Easy air fryer chicken bites are seasoned chicken pieces cooked in your air fryer to serve as a quick dinner, snack, or tasty appetizer.
You can even save the leftovers for lunch the following day. This recipe appeals to me because it is quick, easy to prepare, and versatile.
Crack Chicken Pinwheels Courtest of Mommy on Purpose
Crack chicken pinwheels are easy to make and as delicious as the casserole dish you’re likely familiar with. The combination of shredded chicken, cheese, and bacon, wrapped into a tortilla spread with a ranch cream cheese blend, is just addicting, and absolutely delicious!
Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Wings Courtesy of Family Dinners
Air fryer chipotle chicken wings are a crowd favorite. Everyone enjoys them because they are crispy on the outside and have a spicy sweet marinade.
Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Chipotle Marinade is a flavorful recipe that is also simple to prepare. These wings are consistently crispy and ready in 30 minutes.
Applebees Chicken Wonton Tacos Courtesy of Everyday Eileen
Delicious Applebees chicken wonton tacos are a simple appetizer or light dinner that is both tasty and festive.
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Courtesy of I Hacked Diabetes
It only takes 5 ingredients and 12 minutes in the air fryer to make these delicious chicken skewers. During the summer, you can also cook them on the barbecue.
Who doesn’t enjoy bacon-wrapped chicken skewers? This appetizer is perfect for those looking for something quick and easy to prepare with only a few ingredients.
Bbq Crock Pot Chicken Wings Courtesy of This Old Gal
These BBQ Crock Pot Chicken Wings are a great recipe for game day or as an appetizer at a party.
They have been a favorite for many years and are one of our go-to wing recipes because they have a delicious flavor and can be made at any time of year.
Buffalo Chicken Bites Courtesy of Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Buffalo chicken bites, with their tangy flavor and light crust, are an ideal appetizer for a family game night or a neighborhood barbecue!
Buffalo Chicken Crescent Rolls Courtesy of This Farm Girl Cooks
These Buffalo Chicken Crescent Rolls are absolutely delicious, with the perfect flavor combination, and ready in 25 minutes.
This crescent roll recipe is simple to make and ideal for serving as an appetizer at a gathering!
Buffalo Chicken Salad Courtesy of Home. Made. Interest.
Buffalo chicken salad elevates classic chicken salad with spicy buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, and mayonnaise.
Whether you’re making it for an easy keto lunch or a quick weeknight dinner, spreading it between two slices of bread for the ideal sandwich filling, or serving it with crackers or celery sticks. It makes a great appetizer or main dish for potlucks and parties.
Buffalo Chicken Wraps Courtesy of The Country Cook
These homemade Buffalo Chicken Wraps make a delicious lunch, snack, or appetizer. Wrapped in a tortilla, buffalo-marinated chicken is topped with a creamy dressing.
Chicken Lettuce Wraps Courtesy of Confetti and Bliss
These flavorful (copycat) P.F. Chang’s chicken lettuce wraps are a nutritious and savory appetizer. Serve at game day parties or as a complete meal.
Chicken Pakora Recipe Courtesy of Pavanis Kitchen
Chicken Pakora is a delicious, easy, and crunchy starter that takes only 30 minutes to prepare. Chicken pakora, also known as pakoda, is a fried appetizer.
Pakora is a delicious, additive-rich snack that is popular throughout India. There are many varieties, such as besan pakora, courgette fritters, and cabbage pakoda.
Coxinha Brazilian Chicken Croquette Courtesy of Simple Living Recipes
Coxinha is the ideal appetizer, side dish, or snack for any occasion. Its crispy crust and savory filling will impress everyone.
Coxinha is a popular Brazilian snack known for its delicious taste and distinctive shape. It’s a deep-fried dough filled with well-seasoned shredded chicken that’s extremely tasty.
In Brazil, this delicious appetizer is a must-have at birthday parties, weddings, baby showers, family and friend gatherings, bars, and even street vendors. Coxinha is so delicious that you can enjoy it at any time.
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Courtesy of Dishes With Dad
In just 20 minutes, these air fryer chicken wings are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. They’re the ideal easy appetizer for game day!
Air frying chicken wings takes half the time as baking them in the oven and is healthier and cleaner than deep frying.
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip Courtesy of Haute & Healthy Living
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip is an easy and delicious appetizer to serve to a large crowd! High in protein, lightened up, and made without cream cheese!
Instant Pot Chicken Tenders Courtesy of Ambitious Foodie
Instant Pot Chicken Tenders have never been so delicious! They’re ready to serve in 10 minutes and make an excellent appetizer.
Chicken tenderloin strips made in the Instant Pot are a quick, easy, and delicious family meal. Furthermore, they are completed in under 30 minutes.
Smoked Dry Rubbed Chicken Wings Courtesy of Carne Diem
This smoked dry rubbed chicken wings are the ideal game-day appetizer. These party wings, made with a homemade smoked wing rub, are perfectly smoky, crispy, and spicy.
These dry-rubbed chicken wings will elevate your game-day or tailgating appetizer game. These party wings are seasoned with a sweet and slightly spicy dry rub before being smoked hot and fast, resulting in perfectly balanced and crispy chicken wings. The homemade dry rub for smoked wings complements the tender chicken and contributes to the wings’ perfectly crispy, bite-through skin.
Making these party wings with a dry rub is super simple and less messy than traditional buffalo wings.
Southwest Chicken Pinwheels Courtesy of Mommy on Purpose
These delicious southwest chicken pinwheels are loaded with chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, shredded chicken, Rotel, jalapeno, black beans, corn, and seasonings, all rolled into flour tortillas for a perfect party appetizer.
Soy Garlic Chicken Wings Courtesy of Smells Like Delish
This copycat Soy Garlic Chicken Wings are delicious and simple to prepare, making them ideal as a snack or appetizer. They taste exactly like the ones served at Bonchon!
You’d never know they were oven baked for less fat because of their crispy, sticky soy garlic coating, which is simply amazing.
Cheesy Ranch Chicken Wonton Cups Courtesy of Mommy on Purpose
One of our favorite party appetizers, these cheesy ranch chicken wonton cups with bacon are super easy to put together, and absolutely delicious! Ingredients include shredded chicken, bacon pieces, cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, fresh parsley, and wonton wrappers.
