Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe
With their crispy skin and fiery sauce, Buffalo chicken wings are the epitome of comfort food. The best part? You can recreate restaurant-quality wings at home with just a few simple ingredients and steps. No need to wait for your next takeout run!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings drumettes and flats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Buffalo Sauce:
- ½ cup hot sauce like Frank's RedHot
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tbsp honey optional, for a hint of sweetness
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Optional for Serving:
- Carrot and celery sticks
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup, and place a wire rack on top. This setup ensures your wings cook evenly and achieve a crispy texture.
Step 2: Prep the Chicken Wings
- Pat the wings dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for crispy skin.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine baking powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss the wings in the mixture until evenly coated.
Step 3: Bake the Wings
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack. Make sure they aren’t touching to allow for even air circulation.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then flip the wings and bake for another 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Prepare the Buffalo Sauce
- While the wings are baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Add hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and honey (if using). Whisk until fully combined, then remove from heat.
Step 5: Toss and Serve
- Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with carrot and celery sticks, and your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Nutritional Value (per serving)
Calories: 400-450 kcal/ Protein: 30g/ Carbohydrates: 10g/ Sugars: 4g/ Fiber: 0g/ Fat: 30g/ Saturated Fat: 7g/ Cholesterol: 100mg/ Sodium: 700mg/ Potassium: 250mg/ Vitamin A: 4% of daily value/Vitamin C: 2% / Calcium: 2% /Iron: 6% of daily value Did you make this recipe? Leave a comment and rating! Nutrition Disclaimer:The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.