Crispy, tangy, and irresistibly spicy, Buffalo chicken wings are a classic favorite for game days, parties, or any time you crave bold flavors. Coated in a delicious Buffalo sauce and served with your choice of dip, these wings are sure to be a hit!
Preparation time ⏰:
Total Time: 50 minutes
Number of Portions 🍽:
Serves 4
Ingredients:
For the chicken Wings:
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
For the Buffalo Sauce:
- 1/3 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Dips and Sides:
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 320 kcal
Protein: 20g
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on portion sizes and specific brands of ingredients used.
Instructions:
Prepare the chicken Wings:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) or preheat an air fryer.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- In a large bowl, toss the wings with vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Cook the chicken Wings:
For Oven:
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are crispy and golden brown.
For Air Fryer:
- Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Make the Buffalo Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Stir in the hot sauce, honey (if using), Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined. Remove from heat.
Toss the chicken Wings in Sauce:
- Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl.
- Pour the Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
Serve:
- Arrange the wings on a serving platter.
- Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery and carrot sticks on the side.
Serving Tip 💡:
For an extra crispy finish, broil the coated wings in the oven for 2-3 minutes before serving. Adjust the heat of the sauce by adding more hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper if you like it spicier!
