Description
Buffalo chicken wings are the perfect party food, known for their crispy skin and tender meat drenched in a spicy-sweet sauce. These crowd-pleasing wings are easy to make at home, ensuring your next gathering is a hit. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you can impress your friends and family with flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Get ready to become the “wing king” or “queen” in your circle!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Celery sticks for serving
- Carrot sticks for serving
- Your choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then mix in hot sauce and garlic powder. Simmer until fragrant.
- Toss the seasoned wings in half of the prepared sauce until fully coated, then place them on the baking sheet without overcrowding.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- After baking, toss the wings in the remaining sauce and serve immediately with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and your preferred dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 wings (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken wings in hot sauce for at least an hour before cooking. Feel free to experiment with different sauces like honey garlic or lemon pepper for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F for optimal crunchiness.