Make classic, crispy, and saucy Buffalo Chicken Wings just like you get at your favorite sports bar. This recipe guides you through achieving perfect wings, ready for game day or any gathering.
Author:Eleanor Langley
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:50 minutes
Total Time:65 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Appetizer
Method:Frying or Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:None
Ingredients
Scale
3 lbs chicken wings (sections separated)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This step is key for crispy skin.
In a large bowl, toss the wings with flour, salt, and pepper until lightly coated.
You can bake or fry the wings. For baking, arrange wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 40-50 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crisp.
For frying, heat 2 inches of oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C). Fry wings in batches for 10-12 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
While the wings cook, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Whisk in the hot sauce, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Heat until just simmering, then remove from heat.
Place the hot, crispy wings in a large bowl. Pour the sauce over the wings.
Toss well until every wing is fully coated in the spicy butter sauce.
Serve immediately with blue cheese or ranch dressing and celery sticks.
Notes
Ensure your wings are very dry before coating them in flour for the best crispiness.
If you prefer a milder heat, reduce the amount of hot sauce slightly.
If you bake, using a wire rack allows air to circulate, helping the underside crisp up.