How To Make The Crispiest Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings
About this recipe
Buffalo chicken wings are a game day classic, but you don't have to hit the bar to enjoy them. This recipe shows you how to make crispy baked buffalo wings at home, and it's easier than you think!
By drying the wings in the fridge and using baking powder, you can achieve that perfect crispy skin without the mess of frying.
Ingredient notes
- Use your favorite brand of hot sauce for the buffalo sauce.
- Garlic powder and cayenne or paprika are optional for added flavor.
Tips from Delish’s video
- Drying the wings in the fridge uncovered helps achieve the crispiest skin. If you can, do this the night before.
- Using a cooling rack on the baking sheet allows hot air to circulate under the wings for even cooking.
- Baking powder helps with browning, making the wings crispier.
Good to know
- How long do I bake the wings?
- Bake the wings for 50 minutes to 1 hour, flipping them halfway through after 20 minutes.
- What should I do if I want spicier wings?
- You can add cayenne or paprika to the seasoning mix for extra spice.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Delish: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Dry the chicken wings by placing them on a baking sheet in the fridge uncovered for several hours or overnight.
- 2
Dab the wings with a paper towel to ensure they are extra dry.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with vegetable oil, garlic powder, cayenne or paprika (if using), salt, pepper, and baking powder. Mix gently to coat the wings evenly.
- 4
Prepare a baking sheet fitted with a cooling rack and cover the bottom with aluminum foil to catch drippings.
- 5
Lay the wings out on the cooling rack, ensuring they do not touch each other for even cooking.
- 6
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- 7
Bake the wings for 50 minutes to 1 hour, flipping them halfway through after 20 minutes.
- 8
While the wings are baking, prepare the buffalo sauce by combining hot sauce and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until combined and bring to a simmer.
- 9
Once combined, add butter to the sauce and stir until fully melted. Let it thicken slightly and set aside.
- 10
After baking, change the oven setting to broil and toss the wings in the buffalo sauce until fully coated.
- 11
Return the wings to the baking sheet in a single layer and brush with any remaining sauce.
- 12
Broil the wings for about 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- 13
Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity of chicken wings is inferred based on the common serving size of 1 pound per person.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Delish’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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