Buffalo Chicken Wings

Yield

4 servings · 2 lbs Buffalo chicken wings

Cook time

40–45 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings, split, tips removed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder, optional
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• ⅓ cup Buffalo-style hot sauce
• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Pinch of cayenne pepper, optional
• Celery sticks, for serving
• Carrot sticks, for serving
• Blue cheese or ranch dressing, for serving

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a wire rack over an 18×13-inch rimmed baking sheet.
2. Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels.
3. In a large bowl, combine the wings, salt, black pepper, garlic powder (if using), and cornstarch. Toss until lightly and evenly coated.
4. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, leaving space between each piece.
5. Bake for 40–45 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden, crispy, and cooked through to at least 165°F (74°C).
6. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a 1-quart saucepan over low heat.
7. Add the hot sauce, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper, if using.
8. Whisk gently until the sauce is smooth and fully combined. Keep warm without boiling.
9. Transfer the crispy wings to a large mixing bowl.
10. Pour the warm Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.
11. Serve immediately with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and blue cheese or ranch dressing.

Kitchen notes

Timing guide:
Cook time: 40–45 minutes (oven)

Practical Woman's Secret
For the crispiest Buffalo wings, dry the chicken thoroughly before baking and toss it with the sauce only when ready to serve. Keep the Buffalo sauce over low heat to prevent the butter from separating.