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Buffalo Chicken Wings

These classic Buffalo chicken wings are crispy, spicy, and flavorful. They are perfect for game day or any gathering, served with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 aluminum foil or parchment paper
  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 basting brush
  • 1 tongs
  • 1 instant-read thermometer (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 cup hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot) Adjust spiciness to taste.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted for the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • Celery sticks for serving
  • Blue cheese or ranch dressing for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Toss the chicken wings in the spice mixture until well coated.
  • Place the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes, turning the wings halfway through cooking to ensure they are crispy on all sides.
  • While the wings are baking, prepare the Buffalo sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the hot sauce and white vinegar until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • When the chicken wings are done baking and crispy, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until they are fully coated.
  • Serve the wings immediately with celery sticks and your choice of blue cheese or ranch dressing.
  • For extra crispy wings, you can broil them for 2-3 minutes after baking.

Notes

For extra crispy wings, you can broil them for 2-3 minutes after baking.
You can adjust the spiciness by using more or less hot sauce.
Make sure to check the internal temperature of the chicken wings; they should reach at least 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.