Chicken wings are a delicious and versatile food that can be prepared in many different ways. However, before you can cook them, you need to know how to properly cut them apart. This can be a bit intimidating if you’ve never done it before, but with a little practice, you’ll be able to do it like a pro. Here’s how to cut apart chicken wings:
Tools You’ll Need
Before you get started, you’ll need a few basic tools:
- A sharp knife
- A cutting board
- A pair of kitchen shears
Step 1: Remove the Wingtip
Hold the chicken wing with the drumette (the larger section) pointing up. Use the kitchen shears to cut off the wingtip at the joint. Discard the wingtip or save it to make chicken stock.
Step 2: Separate the Drumette and Wingette
Hold the chicken wing with the drumette pointing up again. Use the knife to cut through the joint between the drumette and the wingette (the smaller section). You should now have two pieces: the drumette and the wingette.
Step 3: Optional – Remove the Skin
If you prefer your chicken wings without the skin, you can remove it at this point. Use your fingers to pull the skin away from the meat, then use the kitchen shears to cut through the skin and remove it.
Step 4: Repeat with the Remaining Wings
Continue cutting apart the rest of the chicken wings using the same method. It may take a little bit of practice to get the hang of it, but after a few tries, you’ll be able to do it quickly and easily.
Step 5: People Also Ask
Some common questions people have about cutting apart chicken wings include:
- Do I need to remove the skin?
- Can I use a different type of knife?
- What can I do with the leftover wingtips?
The answers to these questions are:
- You don’t have to remove the skin, but some people prefer it that way.
- You can use a different type of knife, but a sharp kitchen knife works best.
- You can save the leftover wingtips to make chicken stock.