Buffalo Chicken Wings are a classic, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for game day, parties, or simply indulging in something deliciously spicy. These wings are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a fiery buffalo sauce that delivers the perfect balance of heat and tang. Paired with a side of cooling ranch or blue cheese dressing, these wings offer a satisfying punch of flavor that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether baked or fried, Buffalo Chicken Wings are a timeless favorite that’s easy to prepare and always a hit.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (900g) chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for serving
- Celery sticks, for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through, until the wings are crispy and golden brown.
- While the wings are baking, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the hot sauce and white vinegar, mixing until smooth and heated through. Remove from heat.
- Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl and pour the buffalo sauce over the wings. Toss until the wings are evenly coated in the sauce.
- Serve the wings hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks on the side.
These Buffalo Chicken Wings are sure to spice up your next gathering. Whether you bake or fry them, they deliver that signature kick that makes buffalo wings so addictive!
