In Western New York, the birth place of the chicken wing, it's not up for debate: wings are indeed a meal.

Are chicken wings a meal?

In fact, chicken wings are so good that we often serve them as the entire meal. But there are some incredible side dishes that pair perfectly with this game-day favorite. Besides the typical celery and carrot sticks dipped in ranch.

How many wings is a meal?

A serving of chicken wings is 4.4 ounces, or about four wings. Portion size, or how much of a particular food you actually eat, is important for staying slim.