Make game day-worthy buffalo wings in your oven with crispy skin and a tangy, spicy sauce.
Author:zoe-thompson
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:50 min
Total Time:65 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
Optional: Blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, carrot sticks for serving
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispy skin.
In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch.
Bake for 40-50 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
While the wings bake, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine Frank’s RedHot sauce, butter, white vinegar, and minced garlic.
Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is well combined. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the hot sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
Serve immediately with blue cheese dressing, celery, and carrot sticks if desired.
Notes
For extra crispy wings, you can place a wire rack on the baking sheet and arrange the wings on the rack. This allows air to circulate around the wings.
If you prefer a milder sauce, you can reduce the amount of hot sauce or add a touch more butter.
These wings are best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated in the oven or an air fryer to regain crispiness.