Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings with Hot Honey Sauce Recipe

Introduction

Buffalo wings are a classic crowd-pleaser known for their crispy skin and spicy, buttery sauce. This recipe makes perfectly baked wings that are tossed in a tangy buffalo sauce, served best with cool ranch or blue cheese dressing and crunchy veggies.

Ingredients

• 2 lb. chicken wings
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s)
• 2 tbsp. honey
• 4 tbsp. butter
• Ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing, for serving
• Carrot sticks, for serving
• Celery sticks, for serving

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F and place a wire rack over a baking sheet. In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with vegetable oil, then season evenly with garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared rack.
2. Step 2: Bake the wings until golden and the skin is crispy, about 50 to 60 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time for even crispness.
3. Step 3: While the wings bake, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together hot sauce and honey. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then stir in the butter. Cook until the butter is melted and the sauce has slightly reduced, about 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl and toss them thoroughly with the buffalo sauce until well coated.
5. Step 5: Return the sauced wings to the wire rack. Turn the broiler to low and broil the wings for about 3 minutes, watching carefully until the sauce caramelizes and becomes slightly sticky.
6. Step 6: Serve the buffalo wings immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing alongside crunchy carrot and celery sticks.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispy wings, pat them dry with paper towels before tossing with oil.
• You can adjust the heat by using more or less hot sauce depending on your spice preference.
• Try substituting honey with maple syrup for a different sweet note.
• If you prefer fried wings, you can deep-fry instead of baking but adjust cooking time accordingly.

Storage

Store leftover buffalo wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to maintain crispness. Microwave reheating is quicker but may soften the skin.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make buffalo wings without a broiler?

Yes, you can skip the broiling step and serve the wings immediately after tossing with the sauce. The wings will still be flavorful but slightly less caramelized on the sauce.

What can I use if I don’t have hot sauce?

If you don’t have hot sauce, you can use a combination of cayenne pepper and vinegar to mimic the heat and tanginess. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste.

Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings with Hot Honey Sauce Recipe

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This classic Buffalo Wings recipe features crispy baked chicken wings coated in a tangy, spicy buffalo sauce. Perfectly seasoned and broiled for a caramelized finish, these wings make a delicious appetizer or game-day snack, served with cool ranch or blue cheese dressing and refreshing carrot and celery sticks.

• Author: Luna
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 60 minutes
• Total Time: 70 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

• 2 lb. chicken wings
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Buffalo Sauce

• 1/4 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s)
• 2 tbsp. honey
• 4 tbsp. butter

For Serving

• Ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
• Carrot sticks
• Celery sticks

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Wings: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place a wire rack over a baking sheet to ensure even cooking and crispiness. In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with vegetable oil, then season with garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper for balanced savory flavor. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack to promote airflow during baking.
2. Bake the Wings: Bake the wings in the preheated oven until they are golden brown and the skin is crispy, about 50 to 60 minutes. Flip the wings halfway through baking to ensure both sides cook evenly and achieve a uniform crispiness.
3. Make the Buffalo Sauce: While the wings bake, prepare the sauce by whisking together hot sauce and honey in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then stir in butter. Cook until the butter is fully melted and the sauce has slightly reduced, roughly 2 minutes, which will intensify flavor and texture.
4. Toss Wings in Sauce: When the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the warm buffalo sauce over the wings and toss thoroughly until each wing is fully coated with the spicy, sweet mixture.
5. Caramelize the Sauce: Return the coated wings to the wire rack. Set your oven broiler to low and broil the wings for about 3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. This step caramelizes the sauce on the wings, adding a rich, sticky finish.
6. Serve: Serve the Buffalo Wings hot with your choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing, along with fresh carrot and celery sticks to balance the heat and add crunch.

Notes

• Using a wire rack allows hot air to circulate around the wings, helping them get crispy without frying.
• Adjust the amount of hot sauce and honey in the buffalo sauce to suit your preferred level of heat and sweetness.
• Watch wings closely under the broiler to avoid burning the caramelized sauce.
• For extra crispiness, pat the wings dry before tossing with oil and seasoning.
• Leftover wings can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.

Keywords: Buffalo Wings, Chicken Wings, Spicy Wings, Game Day Snacks, Appetizer