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The Ultimate Secret to Extra Crispy Oven Baked Buffalo Wings

A close-up of several crispy, orange-red buffalo wings piled high on a white plate.
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Make restaurant-style crispy baked buffalo wings without deep-frying. These wings use a simple baking powder technique for maximum crunch, coated in a classic tangy and spicy homemade buffalo sauce. Perfect for game day appetizers or an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce (or similar cayenne pepper sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Place a wire cooling rack on top of the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for crispiness.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the dried wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. The baking powder helps draw out moisture and promotes browning.
  4. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring there is space between each piece for air circulation. Do not overcrowd the pan.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes. Flip the wings over. Continue baking for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the skin is deeply golden brown and very crisp.
  6. While the wings bake, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Remove from heat and whisk in the cayenne pepper sauce, white vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce until fully combined. Keep warm.
  7. Once the wings are fully cooked and crispy, transfer them immediately to a large, clean bowl.
  8. Pour the warm buffalo sauce over the wings. Toss gently but quickly until every wing is evenly coated in the spicy, tangy sauce.
  9. Serve your crispy buffalo wings immediately with blue cheese or ranch dip and celery sticks for your next game day snack.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wings, do not skip drying the chicken thoroughly before tossing with the baking powder mixture.
  • If you prefer a sweeter flavor, add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to the sauce mixture.
  • This recipe focuses on oven baking, but you can adapt the cooking time for an air fryer (usually 380°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway).

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