If you’re craving the ultimate game day snack, Perfect Crispy Buffalo Wings are exactly what you need. With the right balance of spice, crunch, and flavor, these wings will satisfy any crowd. Whether you’re hosting a party or just indulging in a personal feast, there’s nothing like the bold taste of Perfect Crispy Buffalo Wings fresh out of the oven.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings, tips removed and split into flats and drumettes
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
To Make the Spicy Wing Glaze:
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
For Garnish (Optional):
- Chopped parsley or celery sticks
- Blue cheese or ranch dressing, for dipping
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Wings:
- 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, combine the baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels, ensuring they’re as dry as possible for extra crispy wings. Toss them in the spice mixture, making sure each wing is evenly coated.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack.
2. Bake the Wings:
- Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking, until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
3. Make the Buffalo Sauce:
- While the wings are baking, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together the hot sauce, melted butter, honey (if using), Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper (optional). Heat until everything is well combined and warmed through.
4. Toss the Wings in Sauce:
- Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a large bowl.
- Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until they are fully coated.
5. Serve:
- Arrange the buffalo wings on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
Flavor-Enhancing Tips:
Crispy Skin Trick:
To achieve the crispiest skin, make sure to pat the wings dry thoroughly before coating them in the seasoning. The baking powder helps to create that signature crisp texture.
Adjust the Heat Level:
For a milder sauce, reduce the amount of hot sauce and add more butter. If you want to turn up the heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or more hot sauce to the buffalo sauce.
Air Fryer Option:
If you prefer, cook the wings in an air fryer at 400°F for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. The result is crispy wings without extra oil.