Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, wing, meat and skin
Whole food · Poultry Products
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This is a succulent, skin-on chicken wing from a rotisserie, kissed by a smoky-sweet BBQ glaze. The skin is rendered and crisp, while the meat beneath remains tender and juicy, pulling easily from the bone. It's a protein-packed powerhouse with a significant portion of its calories coming from flavorful fats.
💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for the primal satisfaction of eating with their hands, the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors, and its iconic status as a social food for game days, parties, and casual gatherings.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The BBQ glaze can be high in added sugars and sodium, and the skin is calorie-dense. For those monitoring sodium or sugar intake, opt for dry-rubbed wings or a sauce on the side for dipping control. Pairing with a vinegar-based coleslaw or a large green salad can help balance the meal.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of high-quality protein for muscle maintenance
- Provides essential minerals like selenium and phosphorus
- Contains B vitamins, especially niacin (B3) and B6
- The skin adds flavor and helps retain moisture during cooking
- A satisfying, low-carb option for many dietary plans
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The tradition of eating chicken wings is relatively modern, popularized in the 1960s at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York, where they were originally a late-night snack for the owner's son and his friends.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 57.2 g |
| Energy | 257 kcal |
| Energy | 1073 kj |
| Protein | 23.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 18.0 g |
| Ash | 1.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.60 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.60 g |
| Sucrose | 0.22 g |
| Glucose | 0.21 g |
| Fructose | 0.16 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 33.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.93 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 23.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 251 mg |
| Potassium, K | 285 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 579 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.6 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.06 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 38.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.08 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.16 mg |
| Niacin | 7.5 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.32 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.21 mg |
| Folate, total | 8.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 8.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 8.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 58.2 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.45 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 26.0 ug |
| Retinol | 26.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 87.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 4.6 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.7 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.82 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.3 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 1.2 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 6.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.11 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.16 g |
| Cholesterol | 129 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.20 g |
| Threonine | 0.56 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.92 g |
| Leucine | 1.6 g |
| Lysine | 1.7 g |
| Methionine | 0.64 g |
| Cystine | 0.22 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.76 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.60 g |
| Valine | 1.0 g |
| Arginine | 1.3 g |
| Histidine | 0.63 g |
| Alanine | 1.2 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.9 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.0 g |
| Glycine | 1.4 g |
| Proline | 1.5 g |
| Serine | 0.59 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is the skin on a rotisserie wing healthier than a fried wing?
Generally, yes. Rotisserie cooking allows fat to render and drip away, whereas deep-frying adds oil. However, the BBQ glaze may add significant sugar and sodium, so it's not a zero-calorie difference.
Why are rotisserie wings often so juicy?
The constant rotation on the spit bastes the meat in its own juices and rendered fat, preventing it from drying out and creating a uniformly moist result.
Can I eat this on a low-carb diet?
The plain meat and skin are very low-carb. The primary concern is the BBQ sauce, which often contains sugar. A dry-rubbed or plain rotisserie wing is a perfect low-carb choice.