Buffalo Wings
Crispy baked wings tossed in tangy buffalo butter sauce.
Buffalo Wings is a classic protein-forward American recipe built around a handful of pantry staples. It serves 4 and comes together in roughly 50 minutes from prep to plate. It is an approachable, beginner-friendly dish — the kind of recipe you can put on the table in about 50 minutes without much fuss. The method leans on oven-baking, which is what gives the finished dish its signature texture and depth.
The headline ingredients here are chicken wings, baking powder and butter. Spend a little time choosing well: fresher, more carefully-sourced versions of these will lift the whole plate, while every other element is mostly there to support them. A few sensible swaps: chicken thighs are more forgiving than breasts if you tend to overcook protein.
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185
kcal
17g
Protein
6g
Carbs
10g
Fat
Ingredients
- chicken wings1 kg
- baking powder1 tbsp
- butter4 tbsp
- hot sauce0.5 cup
- garlic powder1 tsp
- celery
- blue cheese
Method
- 1Step 1 ~13 min
Toss dried wings with baking powder and salt.
- 2Step 2 ~13 min
Bake on a rack 220°C for 40 min until crisp.
- 3Step 3 ~13 min
Melt butter with hot sauce and garlic.
- 4Step 4 ~13 min
Toss hot wings in sauce; serve with celery and blue cheese.
Per-step times are approximate and based on the total cook time of 50 minutes.
Pro tips & common mistakes
- Preheat the oven fully, and use the middle rack unless the recipe says otherwise — that is where the heat is most even.
- Taste a small spoonful just before serving and adjust salt, acid (lemon or vinegar) and heat — that final balance check is what separates a good home cook from a great one.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does Buffalo Wings take to cook?
- From prep to plate, Buffalo Wings takes about 50 minutes and yields 4 servings. About a third of that is hands-on; the rest is the cooking itself.
- Is Buffalo Wings vegetarian?
- No — this version contains non-vegetarian ingredients (chicken wings, baking powder, butter). For a vegetarian take, replace the main protein with paneer, halloumi, mushrooms or extra-firm tofu and keep the same spices.
- What are the key ingredients in Buffalo Wings?
- The headline ingredients are chicken wings, baking powder, butter. The rest of the list is supporting cast — spices, aromatics and pantry staples — that round out the flavour rather than carry it.
- Can I scale this recipe up or down?
- Yes. The ingredient quantities scale linearly: halve for 2 servings or double for 8. Cooking times stay roughly the same, except for anything that depends on pan surface area — if you double a stir-fry, cook it in two batches rather than crowding the pan.
- How should I store the leftovers?
- Let leftovers cool to room temperature, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently — low heat on the stove with a splash of water, or short bursts in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel so it does not dry out.
- Can I freeze Buffalo Wings?
- Yes. Cool fully, portion into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 1 month. Defrost overnight in the fridge and reheat gently; you may need a splash of water or stock to bring the sauce back to its original consistency.
- What should I serve with Buffalo Wings?
- Buffalo Wings pairs naturally with classic american sides — a simple grain, a fresh salad, or a light pickle to cut through richness. Aim for something that contrasts the main dish in texture or temperature rather than echoing it.
- What if I do not have one of the main ingredients?
- Most ingredients in this recipe have sensible swaps. Match like-for-like by texture and cooking time and you will land somewhere close to the original.