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Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings served with dipping sauce and celery sticks.

Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings

Deliciously crispy buffalo chicken wings baked to perfection, delivering a spicy, crunchy flavor without the mess of frying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken wings
  • 2 to 3 pounds chicken wings (drums and flats)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda) Helps crisp the skin.
  • 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional) Adds flavor.
  • to taste none black pepper
For the buffalo sauce
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s style) Adjust for spice level.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Melt with hot sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar (optional) Just a tiny bit.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
For the blue cheese dip
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons lemon juice or a splash of vinegar
  • to taste none salt and black pepper
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese Adjust to desired thickness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the wings super dry with paper towels.
  3. Line a sheet pan with foil for easy cleanup and place a wire rack on top. Lightly oil the rack to prevent sticking.
  4. Toss the wings with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
  5. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the rack, providing space between each wing to allow for even cooking.
Cooking
  1. Bake the wings for 40 to 50 minutes, flipping them halfway through until deeply golden and crisp.
  2. If the wings appear pale towards the end of the baking time, add an extra 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. After baking, let the wings sit for about 3 minutes before saucing to prevent the skin from softening.
Saucing
  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the hot sauce, butter, honey (if using), and garlic powder (if using). Stir until smooth and remove from heat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the baked wings and enough buffalo sauce to coat. Toss well to ensure all wings are coated.
  3. Serve immediately, optionally with a drizzle of extra sauce on top.
Blue Cheese Dip
  1. In a bowl, mix together mayo, sour cream (or yogurt), garlic powder, lemon juice (or vinegar), salt, black pepper, and crumbled blue cheese.
  2. Adjust thickness with milk or buttermilk if desired, and chill for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crunch, ensure the wings are thoroughly dry before baking and do not overcrowd the pan. Serve with celery and carrots for a refreshing contrast.