Classic Buffalo Wings
Appetizer1h 5m4 servingsEasyAbout this recipe
Crispy, saucy, and irresistibly tangy — these classic buffalo wings are the real deal. Baked first to render the fat, then broiled for that signature crunch, and tossed in a buttery Frank's RedHot sauce. No deep fryer needed, no fuss — just the kind of wings that disappear fast at any game day spread or casual dinner.
Instructions
- 1
Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels — this is the single most important step for crispy skin. Any moisture left on the surface will steam instead of crisp.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the dried chicken wings with baking powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated. The baking powder raises the skin's pH and helps it brown and crisp up beautifully.
- 3
Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer on a wire rack set over a aluminum foil-lined baking sheet. Make sure the wings aren't touching each other. For even crispier results, refrigerate the coated chicken wings uncovered for 1–8 hours before baking.
- 4
Preheat your oven to ![425°F]. Bake the chicken wings on the middle rack for 30 minutes, then flip each wing and continue baking for another 15 minutes.
- 5
Switch the oven to ^[broil (high)]. Broil the chicken wings for 3–5 minutes, watching closely, until the skin is deeply golden and crackling. Remove from the oven immediately.
- 6
While the chicken wings are in their final bake, melt the butter in a small saucepan over ^[medium-low heat]. Add the frank's RedHot original, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Whisk together until fully combined and smooth. Keep warm on ^[low heat] — do not let it boil.
- 7
Taste the sauce and adjust: add more frank's RedHot original for heat, more butter for richness, or a touch more white vinegar for tang. Remove from heat.
- 8
Transfer the hot chicken wings to a large mixing bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the chicken wings and toss vigorously until every wing is fully coated and glossy.
- 9
Arrange the sauced chicken wings on a platter. Serve immediately alongside blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, and carrots sticks.
