Boneless vs. Bone-In Wings at Applebee’s
Applebee’s boneless wings are pieces of breaded, fried chicken breast tossed in sauce. They are easy to share, easy for kids and the default choice on most deals. Bone-in wings are traditional chicken wings and flats, crispier on the outside and juicier inside, but messier and slightly more expensive.
| Boneless wings | Bone-in wings | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (approx.) | $11.99 | $12.99 |
| What it is | Breaded chicken breast | Classic wings and flats |
| Breaded? | Yes | Lightly coated or plain, varies |
| Best for | Sharing, kids, deals | Wing fans, game nights |
Prices vary by location. See the full list of appetizer prices on our Applebee’s appetizers menu.
Every Applebee’s Wing Sauce, Mild to Hot
- Honey BBQ: sweet and smoky, the safest choice for kids and mixed tables.
- Garlic Parmesan: buttery and savory, no heat.
- Sweet Asian Chile: sweet with a light kick.
- Hot Honey Glaze: sweet first, slow heat after.
- Classic Buffalo: tangy, medium heat, the classic wing sauce.
- Extra Hot Buffalo: the hottest regular option.
Not sure? Ask for two sauces split on one order, or a sauce on the side so you can dip. Most restaurants will do either at no charge.
Cheapest Ways to Get Applebee’s Wings
- Hallowings Bucket: 20 boneless wings for $12.99, October 25–31, 2026, only on Applebees.com and the Applebee’s app (not on third-party delivery apps).
- Happy hour: boneless wings are usually part of half-price apps for dine-in guests.
- Ultimate Trio: pick boneless wings as one of three appetizers in the Ultimate Trio.
- All You Can Eat: unlimited boneless wings return during the seasonal All You Can Eat promotion, usually in late spring and summer.
You may also see old posts about 25-cent or 50-cent boneless wings. Those were limited-time promotions in past years and are not running right now.
Calories and Gluten Notes
An order of boneless wings is about 630 calories before dipping sauce; bone-in wings run higher depending on the sauce. Applebee’s wings are not gluten-free: boneless wings are breaded, and bone-in wings are fried in shared oil. If you avoid gluten, read our Applebee’s gluten-free menu guide first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are Applebee’s wings?
Boneless wings cost about $11.99 and classic bone-in wings about $12.99 at most locations. The Hallowings Bucket offers 20 boneless wings for $12.99 online from October 25 to 31, 2026.
Are Applebee’s boneless wings breaded?
Yes. Applebee’s boneless wings are pieces of breaded, fried chicken breast tossed in your choice of sauce.
Are Applebee’s wings gluten-free?
No. Boneless wings are breaded, and bone-in wings are cooked in fryers shared with breaded foods, so neither is safe for a gluten-free diet.
Does Applebee’s still have 50 cent wings?
Not right now. Applebee’s has run 25-cent and 50-cent boneless wing promotions in past years, but they were limited-time deals. Current wing deals include happy hour pricing and the Hallowings Bucket.
Final Take
For most people, boneless wings in Honey BBQ or Classic Buffalo are the right first order, and happy hour or the Hallowings Bucket is the cheapest way to get them. Wing fans who want a real wing should go bone-in and ask for the sauce on the side. If riblets are tempting you too, compare them in our Applebee’s riblets guide.
