Description
A game day classic, these buffalo wings are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a tangy, spicy buffalo sauce. Perfect for any sports gathering, these wings will be a hit with your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot preferred)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Wings:
Preheat the oven to 400°F or set your air fryer to 400°F. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. - Season the Wings:
Toss the wings in a mixture of baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. - Cook the Wings:
- Oven Method: Place the wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Air Fryer Method: Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prepare the Sauce:
While the wings are cooking, mix hot sauce, melted butter, and white vinegar in a bowl until well combined. - Coat the Wings:
Once the wings are done, toss them in the sauce until evenly coated. Serve hot with celery sticks and your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the wings are thoroughly dried before cooking.
- Serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing for the ultimate game day experience.
- To add some heat, sprinkle a pinch of cayenne pepper into the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (air fryer) or 45 minutes (oven)
- Category: chef's choice
- Method: Appetizer / Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: ~290
- Fat: ~18g
- Carbohydrates: ~3g
- Protein: ~24g