Buffalo Wings, a tantalizingly spicy and flavorful appetizer, are perfect for any social gathering. Oven-baked to crispy perfection and tossed in a homemade Buffalo Sauce, they're an irresistible match for dips like ranch or cheese. Ideal for livening up parties, get-togethers, or game nights, these wings are sure to be a crowd favorite.
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.
Notes
Tips for Perfect Buffalo Wings:
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.