Ohhh let’s gooo! 🔥🍗 Buffalo Hot Wings are the ultimate game-day snack — crispy, tangy, buttery, spicy perfection. Whether you’re frying, baking, or air-frying, it’s all about that signature Buffalo sauce. Here’s how to get it right:
🔥🍗 Buffalo Hot Wings Recipe
🕒 Time: 45 minutes
🍽 Serves: 4 (or 1 if you’re really committed 😎)
Ingredients:
For the Wings:
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
- Oil for frying (or a light spray if baking/air frying)
For the Buffalo Sauce:
- ½ cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot = classic)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp white vinegar (for tang)
- Optional: a pinch of cayenne or honey (for extra heat/sweet)
Instructions:
- Prep the Wings:
Pat wings dry. Toss with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cornstarch. Let rest for 10–15 mins. - Cook the Wings: Deep Frying:
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry in batches for 8–10 minutes until golden and crispy. Oven-Baked:
Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Place wings on a wire rack over a tray. Bake 40–45 mins, flipping halfway. Air Fryer:
400°F (200°C) for 20–25 mins, shaking halfway. - Make the Sauce:
In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in hot sauce, garlic powder, vinegar. Simmer for 1–2 mins. Done! - Toss It Up:
Toss the hot wings in the sauce right before serving so they stay crispy.
🧀 Serve With:
- Cool ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Celery and carrot sticks
- Cold drinks because… 🔥
Wanna turn this into Buffalo chicken sliders, wraps, or a loaded fries situation? I’ve got spicy ideas! 😈
