Description
These Buffalo Wings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion from game day to cozy movie nights. Baked to achieve an irresistible crispy texture and tossed in a zesty homemade buffalo sauce, these wings deliver a bold flavor without the hassle of frying. With just five minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will leave your guests wanting more. Whether served as an appetizer, snack, or part of a hearty meal, these wings are sure to impress. Plus, they offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried wings, making them an excellent choice for those looking to indulge guilt-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ pounds party chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅓ cup hot sauce (like Frank's RedHot)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon apple juice vinegar or white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Coat wings in half of the seasoning mix, then add the remaining mix and toss until evenly coated.
- Place wings on a wire rack over a foil-lined baking tray and bake for 28-35 minutes until crispy, flipping halfway through.
- While wings bake, mix hot sauce, melted butter, minced garlic, remaining salt, and vinegar in a large bowl.
- Toss baked wings in the buffalo sauce until thoroughly coated before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 wings (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg