Pizza and Chicken Wings: How to Pair Them for Any Meal
Pizza and wings are a classic pairing for a reason. Here is how to match wing flavours to your pizza and choose the right combo for your group.
Pizza and chicken wings have been sharing tables at game nights, birthdays and Friday dinners for decades. They work because they are different in all the right ways: one is soft, cheesy and easy to share, the other is crispy, saucy and eaten with your hands. Put them together and you have a meal that suits almost any group.
Here is how to choose wing flavours that go with your pizza, how to handle heat levels for a crowd, and which combos make sense for different group sizes.
Balance, don’t double up: pair rich pizzas with sweeter wings and spicy pizzas with milder ones.
Why Pizza and Wings Work Together
- Contrast. Crispy, saucy wings next to a soft, cheesy slice keeps every bite interesting.
- Variety in one order. Someone who is not in the mood for pizza can fill up on wings, and the other way around.
- Easy sharing. Both are finger food. Put the boxes in the middle of the table and let everyone help themselves.
- Flexible portions. Wings are ordered by the pound, so it is easy to add more for a bigger group without ordering another full pizza.
Matching Wing Flavours With Your Pizza
The simplest rule is to balance, not double up. If your pizza is rich and salty, choose a wing flavour with some sweetness or a clean heat. If your pizza is already spicy, cool things down with a milder wing.
Franko's wings come in eight flavours: Plain, Mild, Medium, BBQ, Hot, Suicide, Honey Garlic and Sweet & Sour. Here is how they pair:
| If your pizza is… | Try wings in… | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Pepperoni or meat-heavy | Honey Garlic or Mild | Sweet, gentle flavours balance salty, rich meats. |
| Vegetarian or Mediterranean-style | BBQ or Hot | A smoky or spicy wing adds punch to a lighter pizza. |
| Already spicy (hot peppers, Spicy BBQ Chicken, Sweet Chili Chicken Thai) | Plain or Honey Garlic | A milder wing gives your taste buds a break. |
| Ham and pineapple | Hot or Medium | Heat cuts through the sweetness of the pineapple. |
| Plain cheese | Any flavour | A simple pizza lets a bold wing sauce take centre stage. |
Choosing Heat Levels for a Group
Heat is the one thing that can split a table. A few tips keep everyone happy:
- Order two flavours. One mild or sweet (Mild, Honey Garlic, BBQ or Sweet & Sour) and one with heat (Medium or Hot) covers most groups.
- Ask before ordering the hottest. Suicide is for confirmed heat lovers. Order it as an extra rather than the only option.
- Keep Plain in mind for kids. Plain wings are a safe choice for younger eaters or anyone who wants to add their own dip.
- Have something cooling on the table. A creamy dip or a salad helps when the heat builds up.
If you want extra sauce on your wings, ask when you order. You can also add dipping sauces to your order.
Pizza and Wing Combo Ideas by Group Size
Combos are the easiest way to order pizza and wings together. Franko's combos pair a pizza with up to 4 items with wings, and the bigger bundles add fries and pop:
- Solo dinner: the Wing Meal Deal (1 lb of wings, fries and a pop) or a small pizza with 1 lb of wings.
- Couple or small family: a medium or large pizza with 1 lb of wings.
- Hungry family: a large pizza with 2 lb of wings, or an extra-large pizza with 1 lb.
- Group night: two large pizzas with 1 lb of wings, or the Mega Combo with two large pizzas, 2 lb of wings, a 2 litre pop and large fries.
Current prices for every combo are on our pizza deals page. If you are feeding a bigger crowd, our guide on how much pizza to order for a party will help you scale up.
Dips and Sides
Dips are part of the fun. Order a couple of different dipping sauces so people can mix and match. For sides, fries, potato wedges and onion rings all pair well with wings, and a Caesar or Greek salad brings something fresh to the table. If you have vegetables at home, a plate of carrot sticks makes an easy, crunchy contrast.
Browse all the options on the sides section of our menu, or read more about flavours on our chicken wings page.
Ordering Tips
- Say the flavour clearly for each pound of wings, and mention if you want extra sauce.
- Plan napkins and plates. Wings are messy. Keep wet wipes or a roll of paper towels handy.
- Eat the wings first if you are picking up. Wings are at their best right away, while pizza holds its heat a little longer in the box.
- Reheat leftovers properly. Wings reheat best in the oven or an air fryer rather than the microwave. See our takeout and reheating tips.
Whether it is a big game, a birthday or just a Friday, pizza and wings make the kind of meal everyone looks forward to. Pick your pizza, choose a couple of wing flavours, and let the table do the rest.
