why make this recipe
These oven-baked buffalo wings are crispy, spicy, and easy to make at home. You skip deep frying and still get a crunchy skin. The recipe uses simple spices and a quick sauce. It is great for game day, a party, or a simple dinner.
introduction
This Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings recipe gives you crisp wings without frying. If you want a tested oven method, try this Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings recipe for a clear guide and similar tips. The steps are simple and the result is bright, tangy, and sticky wings.
how to make Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings
You dry the wings, season them well with baking powder and spices, and bake on a rack so air circulates. After baking you toss them in warm buffalo sauce and return them to the hot oven briefly to set the sauce. The result is crispy skin and a saucy finish.
Ingredients :
- Around 5.3 lbs Chicken Wings
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Onion Powder
- 2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tsp Seasoned Salt
- 1/2 tsp Slap Ya Mama Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Pink Himalayan Salt
- 1 tsp White Granulated Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Baking Powder (Heaping Tbsp)
- 1/2 cup Franks Hot Sauce
- 3 Tbsp Butter
- 3 Tbsp Honey
Directions :
- Pre heat oven to 425°F.
- Pat dry your chicken wings with a paper towel. Place them on a cutting board and with a sharp knife cut between the joints separating the flats and the drumettes. Discard the wing tip.
- In a large bowl, add your chicken wings. Add olive oil and all the seasonings listed above. Mix it all together to have all sides of the chicken coated.
- Transfer the chicken onto a baking rack that is on a sheet pan lined with foil. Bake on one side for 25 minutes and on the other side 25 minutes.
- Make the buffalo sauce: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, warm the 1/2 cup Franks Hot Sauce with 3 Tbsp butter and 3 Tbsp honey. Stir until the butter melts and the sauce is smooth.
- Toss your wings in the Buffalo sauce so each wing is coated.
- Place them back on the baking rack sheet pan and into the turned-off heated oven for 5 minutes to set the sauce.
- Remove and serve hot.
how to serve Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings
Serve the wings hot with celery sticks and carrot sticks. Add ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping. Put some extra sauce in a small bowl if people want more heat.
how to store Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings
Cool the wings to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven on a rack for 8–10 minutes to keep them crispy. Do not store in sauce if you want to keep the skin crisp; keep sauce separate and toss before serving.
tips to make Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings
- Pat wings very dry for the best crisp.
- Use a baking rack so air flows under the wings.
- Do not crowd the pan; leave space between pieces.
- Use baking powder (not baking soda) to help crisp the skin.
- Warm the sauce so it coats the wings easily.
variation (if any)
- Extra spicy: add cayenne or hot chili flakes to the sauce.
- Less sweet: cut the honey to 1 Tbsp or skip it.
- Sticky honey-buffalo: add more honey or a bit of brown sugar to the sauce.
- Oven-roasted garlic: add a teaspoon of garlic paste to the sauce.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these without baking powder?
A: You can, but the wings will be less crispy. Baking powder helps dry and crisp the skin.
Q: Can I cook frozen wings?
A: Thaw them first. Pat them dry and follow the same steps for best crisp.
Q: How do I make the sauce less spicy?
A: Use less hot sauce and add more honey or butter to balance the heat.
Q: Can I double this recipe?
A: Yes. Use more pans and racks so the wings do not touch. Cook in batches if needed.
Q: Can I use drumsticks instead of wings?
A: Yes. Increase baking time to ensure they cook through and check with a meat thermometer (165°F inside).
Crispy Oven-Baked Buffalo Wings
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
These oven-baked buffalo wings are crispy, spicy, and easy to make at home, perfect for game day or a party.
Ingredients
- 5.3 lbs Chicken Wings
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Onion Powder
- 2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tsp Seasoned Salt
- 1/2 tsp Slap Ya Mama Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Pink Himalayan Salt
- 1 tsp White Granulated Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Baking Powder (Heaping Tbsp)
- 1/2 cup Franks Hot Sauce
- 3 Tbsp Butter
- 3 Tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Pat dry your chicken wings with a paper towel and cut between the joints to separate the flats and the drumettes, discarding the wing tips.
- Add chicken wings to a large bowl and mix with olive oil and all seasonings to coat.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking rack on a sheet pan and bake for 25 minutes on one side and then 25 minutes on the other.
- Make the buffalo sauce by warming Franks Hot Sauce, butter, and honey until smooth.
- Toss your wings in the buffalo sauce to coat.
- Place wings back on the baking rack and into the turned-off heated oven for 5 minutes to set the sauce.
- Remove and serve hot with celery and carrot sticks, adding ranch or blue cheese for dipping.
Notes
Make sure to pat wings very dry for the best crisp. Use a baking rack for air flow.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
