Easy Buffalo Wings

Name: Easy Buffalo Wings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 lb chicken wings; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoons onion powder; Pinch paprika (optional); Cooking Spray; 1 cup of Franks Red Hot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce; 1/2 cup of Coconut Aminos; 1 tablespoon of Saucy Lips Ghost Pepper Tamarind Sauce (Optional for additional heat)

Make this easy buffalo wings recipe with just 3 ingredients. Double broil generously seasoned chicken wings to crispy perfection then toss them in zesty, fiery buffalo sauce for the ultimate party appetizer.

a platter of buffalo wings with a side of celery, carrots, and dipping sauce

Easy Buffalo Wings Recipe

Once you try this buffalo wings recipe you will likely ask yourself, “Why haven’t I made these sooner?” They have a crispy skin with juicy, tender meat just beneath the surface. The iconic sauce is a mouthwatering finishing touch that will have you reaching for more!

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Easy Buffalo Wings Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Buffalo Wings Recipe
Ingredients for Buffalo Wings
How to Make Buffalo Wings
Turn the Heat Up on Your Easy Buffalo Wings
Storage
Tips for the Best Buffalo Wings
Frequently Asked Questions
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Easy Buffalo Wings

Why You’ll Love This Buffalo Wings Recipe

Restaurant Quality: Skip delivery fees and long wait times at chains like Buffalo Wild Wings because these homemade buffalo wings are just as crispy, saucy, and satisfying. They’re also more affordable when feeding a crowd.
Easy Recipe: Throwing wings is a hands-free way to make crispy wings without frying them on the stovetop. It’s less mess and hassle.
Tasty Party Appetizer: Whether it’s a potluck or a Super Bowl party, buffalo chicken wings are a top choice. Serve a platter with some celery, carrots, and ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing for a tasty snack.

overhead view of a platter of buffalo wings with a side of celery, carrots, and dipping sauce

Ingredients for Buffalo Wings

All you need to make this recipe is chicken wings, pantry staple seasonings, oil, and your favorite buffalo sauce.

Chicken wings: I always wash my wings before seasoning.
Seasoning: Simply sprinkle your wings with some salt, onion powder, garlic powder and paprika.
Cooking Spray: This prevents the wings from sticking to the baking sheet or burning.

For the Buffalo Wings Sauce

Franks Red Hot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce: This is a classic choice for the base of this sauce. It’s sweet, tangy, with a medium heat.
Coconut Aminos: This gluten-free sauce has a slight umami taste that deepens the flavor.
Saucy Lips Ghost Pepper Tamarind Sauce: This is optional for extra heat.

See recipe card for quantities.

How to Make Buffalo Wings

Season Wings

I wash my wings in a water and vinegar solution, then remove any stray feathers or “hairs” before seasoning. Once seasned, toss them together and transfer them to a sheet pan for baking. If you have time you can let them marinade for a few hours, but honestly, it is not necessary. I’ve made these quite a few times without marinading and they are just as good.

seasoned chicken wings on a baking sheet

Broil Wings

Add your wings to the top rack in your oven and set the oven to broil or 500 °F. Broil for 20 minutes, then flip and broil for another 10 minutes

Make Buffalo Wing Sauce

Combine sauce ingredients in a bowl large enough to accommodate all of the wings and mix together well

Toss in Sauce

Add the wings to the sauce, then toss together ensuring all the wings are fully coated

Broil Again

Return your wings to the sheet pan and broil for an additional 5 minutes. Then serve with any leftover sauce or another condiments you like.

Turn the Heat Up on Your Easy Buffalo Wings

broiled chicken wings in a bowl before being tossed with buffalo sauce

This recipe makes medium hot wings. To turn up the heat on the wings add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce or to make it really interesting, try adding some of Saucy Lips Ghost Pepper Tamarind Sauce. The heat and hint of tamarind flavor changes your basic buffalo sauce into a special house sauce. It’s so good!

close up view of a platter of buffalo wings with a side of celery, carrots, and dipping sauce

Storage

Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, place them in the oven or air fryer at 380°F for 5-10 minutes.

Tips for the Best Buffalo Wings

After cleaning the wings, remove any excess moisture from the surface. Wet wings won’t get as crisp when broiled.
Make sure there’s some space between the wings on the baking sheet. If they’re too close together, steam is created, and the wings may become soggy. It is okay to do this in two batches if it is more manageable.
Taste-test your sauce before applying it to the wings. This gives you the opportunity to adjust if necessary.
They taste best when served immediately. Enjoy the wings promptly after tossing them in the sauce to retain their crispiness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the sauce on buffalo wings made of?

The most common buffalo wing sauce recipe is hot sauce, melted butter, and vinegar, The cayenne pepper-based sauce brings the heat, butter adds thickness and a savory quality. Vinegar balances the spicy flavor and adds a tangy depth.

What is better for crispy wings baking powder or cornstarch?

Either ingredients can be used in crispy buffalo wings recipe so it comes down to convenience and preference. Baking powder removes moisture from the surface of the chicken and enhances browning during baking, resulting in crispy skin. Cornstarch absorbs moisture from the chicken’s surface, creating a skin that turns golden and crispy.

Why is it called buffalo sauce for wings?

The name references the city it was created in, Buffalo, New York. In 1964, the owner of a local bar wanted to refresh leftover wings and buffalo wings were invented.