Buffalo Wings are a delightful and spicy chicken appetizer, perfect for any gathering. They are oven-baked to crispy perfection and generously coated in a homemade buffalo sauce, bursting with flavor. Ideal for parties, game nights, or even as a savory treat for lunch or dinner, these wings offer versatility in preparation.
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With flexible cooking options, you can bake, air-fry, or deep-fry these wings to suit your preference. Beyond the basic seasoning of salt and pepper, you have the freedom to customize the flavors to your liking. This versatility leads to an exceptionally delicious dish that promises to delight any crowd.
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Ingredients and Substitutions Overview
The ingredients for making Buffalo Wings are simple and readily available at most supermarkets. Here's what you'll need:
Sauce Ingredients:
- Hot Sauce: Franks hot sauce is a great choice, but feel free to use any hot sauce available to you.
- Butter: Choose either salted or unsalted to balance the heat of the sauce.
- Seasonings: A blend of garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and vinegar for added depth.
Buffalo Wings Ingredients:
- Chicken Wings: You can use either fresh or frozen wings; just ensure frozen ones are brought to room temperature before cooking.
- Baking Powder: This is the secret to crispy wings.
- Seasoning Blend: Create a flavorful coating with ginger, garlic and pepper powders, paprika, and chili flakes.
- Olive Oil: For a nice, even coat on the wings.
How to make Buffalo Chicken Wings?
Dive into the flavorful world of Buffalo Wings with our easy-to-follow recipe, visually brought to life through photos and videos. Get ready to create a mouth-watering appetizer that's sure to impress! Let's start cooking:
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Buffalo Wings
Ingredients
For Sauce
- 8 tbsp Butter, Salted
- 1½ cup Hot Sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Vinegar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce , or soy sauce
Baking Chicken Wings
- 2 lb Chicken Wings
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Ginger Powder
- ½ tsp Pepper Powder
- ½ tsp Chili Flakes
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Salt , or as needed
Instructions
To Make Sauce
- Start by melting the butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Lower the heat to a simmer, then add the hot sauce, garlic powder, vinegar, and either soy sauce or Worcestershire Sauce, depending on availability.
- Stir everything together until it's well combined, then take it off the heat. Your spicy and flavorful Buffalo wing sauce is now ready to be tossed with your favorite baked or air-fried chicken wings.
To Make Buffalo Wings
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken wings with olive oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, paprika, chili flakes, black pepper powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Toss until the wings are evenly coated with the seasoning. Though I bake them immediately, you can opt to let them rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on a greased wire rack set in a baking tray.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 40-50 minutes. For extra crispiness, switch to broil mode for the last 5-7 minutes.
- Once baked, remove the wings from the oven.
- In a bowl, toss the wings with 2 tablespoons of buffalo sauce (adjust the amount based on the quantity of wings; for instance, use 2 tbsp for 2 lb/900 gm of chicken wings) until well coated.
To Serve
- Serve these Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings with crunchy celery sticks and your choice of ranch or cheese dip. They're perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, and make an excellent appetizer for parties or game nights.
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Chef's Notes and Tips
- Sauce Preparation: While I've made the sauce on the stovetop, a quicker alternative is to simply mix melted butter with the hot sauce and other sauce ingredients listed.
- Drying the Wings: Ensure to pat dry the wings thoroughly using kitchen paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispy chicken wings.
- Versatile Cooking Methods: Though this recipe is for oven-baked Buffalo Wings, feel free to toss air-fried or traditionally fried wings in the sauce for equally delicious results.
- Importance of Baking Powder: Baking powder plays a vital role in crisping the skin of the chicken wings. Skipping it might affect the texture, so it's recommended to use it as instructed.
- Serving for Optimal Crispiness: The wings maintain their crispness for about 15-20 minutes after coming out of the oven. For the best experience, toss them in the sauce and serve immediately to savor their crunch.
Nutrition Info
Disclaimer
We’re not nutrition experts. Nutritional info is estimated and should be used as a guide. For precise details, consult a professional.
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Serving Suggestions
Pair these spicy Buffalo Wings with cool ranch dip, classic ketchup, or creamy blue cheese dip to complement their heat. Add some crunchy celery sticks on the side for a refreshing crunch. They make an ideal appetizer for parties, game nights, and get-togethers, sure to be a hit with your guests!
Storage Suggestions
The baked wings can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. For the best taste when reheating, warm them in the oven until the skin becomes crispy again, and then toss them with the sauce. Serve immediately after saucing to enjoy their optimal crispness. Keep in mind that if left out for too long after being sauced, the wings may lose their crisp texture and become soft.
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