Prepare to revolutionize your game day, movie night, or casual dinner with the ultimate buffalo wings that will make your taste buds dance! These aren't your ordinary wings - we're talking about perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken wings coated in a homemade buffalo sauce that strikes the perfect balance between heat and flavor. Whether you're a spice lover or just craving that classic American comfort food, this recipe will transform your kitchen into a wing lover's paradise without the deep-frying mess!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature will help achieve that crispy texture on the wings.
- Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet. This setup allows air to circulate around the wings, promoting even cooking and crispiness.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings, baking powder, salt, and pepper. The baking powder is key for achieving a crispy skin, so make sure to coat the wings evenly.
- Toss the wings until they are thoroughly coated with the baking powder mixture. This will ensure that each wing gets that perfect crispy exterior.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, making sure they are not touching each other. This helps them cook evenly and become crispy.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through. This will help them cook evenly and develop a golden-brown color.
- While the wings are baking, prepare the homemade buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, remove from heat.
- Add the hot sauce to the melted butter and whisk until well combined. Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your taste for desired spiciness.
- Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the buffalo sauce over the hot wings and toss until they are evenly coated. Make sure each wing is generously covered in the sauce.
- Serve the crispy baked buffalo wings immediately, garnished with celery sticks and your favorite dipping sauce, such as blue cheese or ranch dressing.
Tips
- The secret to ultra-crispy wings is the baking powder trick! It helps draw moisture out of the skin, creating that irresistible crunch.
- Make sure to pat your chicken wings completely dry before seasoning - moisture is the enemy of crispy skin.
- Use a wire rack on your baking sheet to allow air circulation, which ensures even cooking and maximum crispiness.
- Don't overcrowd the wings on the baking sheet. Give them space to ensure they crisp up instead of steaming.
- For extra flavor, experiment with different hot sauce brands or add a dash of garlic powder to your seasoning mix.
- Let the wings rest for a minute after saucing to allow the sauce to slightly set and adhere better to the wings.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature - crispy wings wait for no one!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 145mg
