Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe
These Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings are a healthier twist on the classic appetizer, baked to golden perfection and tossed in a rich, tangy buffalo sauce made from hot sauce, honey, and butter. Perfectly crispy without deep frying, these wings deliver bold flavors with a satisfying crunch, making them an ideal game day snack or casual party dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Wings
- 2 lb chicken wings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper. This mixture will help crisp the wings and add flavor.
- Coat the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly using paper towels to remove excess moisture. Place them in a large bowl and sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over all the wings. Toss well to ensure each wing is coated.
- Bake the Wings: Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping and browning on all sides.
- Prepare Buffalo Sauce: While the wings bake, heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the hot sauce, honey, and unsalted butter. Whisk continuously until the butter melts and the sauce becomes smooth and well combined. Remove from heat immediately.
- Toss Wings in Sauce: Once the wings are crispy and cooked through, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the warm buffalo sauce over the wings and toss thoroughly to coat each wing evenly.
- Serve: Transfer the coated wings to a serving plate. Serve warm, optionally with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.
Notes
- Using baking powder helps achieve crispiness by drying out the skin during baking—do not use baking soda as it can affect flavor negatively.
- Patting the wings dry before coating is crucial for maximum crispiness.
- Flip the wings halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
- You can adjust the hot sauce or honey quantities to customize the spice level and sweetness of the buffalo sauce.
- For a lower sodium option, use low-sodium hot sauce and reduce added salt.
- Serve immediately after tossing for best texture; leftovers may lose crispiness.
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