About Bestcochiken
The story behind our passion for perfect chicken wings
The story behind our passion for perfect chicken wings
Bestcochiken began in 2015 when founder Michael Roberts, a classically trained chef, discovered his passion for elevating humble chicken wings into culinary masterpieces. What started as weekend experiments in his home kitchen quickly garnered attention from friends and family who couldn't get enough of his unique flavor combinations and cooking techniques.
After years of perfecting his recipes and methods, Michael launched the Bestcochiken blog in 2018 to share his knowledge with home cooks around the world. The response was overwhelming – within six months, the blog had attracted over 50,000 monthly visitors, all eager to transform their wing game.
As the community grew, Michael assembled a team of culinary experts specializing in different aspects of wing preparation – from smoking and grilling techniques to international flavor profiles and scientific approaches to achieving the perfect texture. Today, Bestcochiken has evolved into the definitive resource for chicken wing enthusiasts, with hundreds of tested recipes, in-depth guides, and a passionate community of wing lovers.
Our journey from a home kitchen to a globally recognized culinary resource has been fueled by one simple belief: that chicken wings, when prepared with care, knowledge, and creativity, can be transformed from casual bar food into a sophisticated culinary experience worthy of celebration.
At Bestcochiken, our mission is to democratize culinary excellence by providing home cooks with professional-grade techniques, recipes, and knowledge that elevate everyday foods to extraordinary experiences. We believe that creating amazing chicken wings shouldn't be a mystery or privilege reserved for professional chefs – it should be accessible to anyone with passion and the right guidance.
We take a scientific yet approachable stance on cooking. Every recipe undergoes rigorous testing across different kitchen setups to ensure reliability. We explain the "why" behind techniques, not just the "how," empowering our community to adapt methods to their own preferences and equipment. Our commitment to detail means we'll spend months perfecting a technique before sharing it, ensuring our readers achieve success on their first attempt.
We believe in culinary transparency – no secret ingredients or hidden techniques. We champion inclusivity, developing recipes for various dietary needs without compromising flavor. We're committed to sustainability, favoring responsibly sourced ingredients and minimal-waste cooking methods. Above all, we value community, fostering a supportive environment where cooks of all levels can share, learn, and grow together in their culinary journey.
The talented culinary experts behind Bestcochiken bring together decades of experience across various cooking disciplines – from professional restaurant kitchens to food science laboratories.
Founder & Head Recipe Developer
A classically trained chef with 15 years of experience in fine dining establishments across America, Michael left the restaurant world to pursue his passion for elevating comfort foods. His background in French technique combined with his love for American classics gives him a unique perspective on wing preparation. Michael oversees all recipe development and testing.
International Flavor Specialist
With formal training in both traditional Chinese and modern fusion cuisine, Sophia brings global flavor profiles to Bestcochiken. Her specialty is developing complex, layered sauces and marinades that blend cultural influences while maintaining authenticity. She's the creative force behind our most popular Asian-inspired wing variations, including our signature Sichuan Peppercorn Dry Rub.
Smoking & Grilling Expert
A champion pitmaster with over a decade on the competitive BBQ circuit, James specializes in wood-fired cooking methods for wings. His innovative two-stage smoking process has revolutionized how we approach smoked wings, achieving the perfect balance of smoke penetration and skin texture. James leads our outdoor cooking workshops and develops our grilling and smoking recipes.
Food Science Consultant
With a Ph.D. in Food Science specializing in protein chemistry, Ana brings scientific rigor to our recipe development process. She analyzes the chemical processes behind brining, marinating, and cooking methods, helping us understand why certain techniques work and how to optimize them. Her research on the Maillard reaction has been instrumental in developing our crispy skin methods.
Since our founding, Bestcochiken has grown from a personal blog to a respected culinary resource with a global reach.
Recognized for excellence in culinary content creation and recipe development in 2022.
Our recipes and techniques reach wing enthusiasts in 142 countries worldwide.
Our methods and recipes have been featured in Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, and The New York Times Food Section.
Collaborative relationships with leading kitchenware manufacturers, spice companies, and poultry producers.
Our flagship event attracts over 15,000 attendees and features workshops from renowned chefs.
Hear from our community of wing enthusiasts about how Bestcochiken has transformed their cooking.
The brining technique from Bestcochiken completely revolutionized my wing game. I've been cooking for 20 years, but never achieved this level of juiciness and flavor penetration before. Your scientific explanations make complex techniques approachable, and I appreciate the troubleshooting tips that helped me adapt the methods to my equipment.
David Mitchell
Home Cook, Chicago
As a restaurant owner, I was looking to elevate our appetizer menu. After implementing several Bestcochiken techniques, particularly the double-frying method and your garlic-parmesan sauce, our wing sales increased by 35%. Customers are specifically requesting your flavor profiles by name! Thank you for freely sharing such valuable culinary knowledge.
Sarah Patel
Restaurant Owner, Austin
I attended your Wing Master Class last summer and it transformed my approach to cooking. The attention to detail in explaining why certain techniques work—not just how to do them—has made me a better cook across all dishes, not just wings. Your emphasis on understanding food science principles has given me the confidence to experiment with my own flavor combinations.
Carlos Ramirez
Cooking Enthusiast, Miami
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