Buffalo Chicken Wing Sampler
Get ready to elevate your game-day snacking with this irresistible Buffalo Chicken Wing Sampler! Bursting with savory, spicy, and sweet flavors, this recipe combines perfectly crispy oven-baked chicken wings with a homemade Buffalo sauce made from zesty hot sauce, melted butter, and a touch of honey for balance. With just 15 minutes of prep, the key to achieving that signature crunch lies in coating the wings with baking powder and paprika before baking. Serve these crowd-pleasers alongside creamy ranch and tangy blue cheese dressings, plus crisp celery and carrot sticks for the ultimate dipping experience. Whether you're hosting a party or craving a restaurant-style treat at home, this sampler is the perfect appetizer to impress your guests. Tags: buffalo chicken wings, party appetizers, crispy baked wings, homemade buffalo sauce, game day recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings (split into flats and drumettes)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing (for serving)
- 0.5 cup blue cheese dressing (for serving)
- 5 celery sticks (optional, for serving)
- 5 carrot sticks (optional, for serving)
- 1 olive oil spray or canola oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet and spray it lightly with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This step is crucial for crispy wings.
In a large bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, and paprika. Add the chicken wings and toss well to coat them evenly with the mixture.
Arrange the coated chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack, ensuring none of the wings touch to allow proper airflow.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then flip them and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
While the wings are baking, make the Buffalo sauce by melting butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the hot sauce and honey until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until they’re evenly coated.
Transfer the coated wings to a serving platter. Arrange ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, and carrot sticks on the side for dipping and garnishing.
Serve immediately while the wings are hot and crispy. Enjoy your Buffalo Chicken Wing Sampler!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 293.8 g | 377% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.7 g | 434% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1011 mg | 337% | |
| Sodium | 11710 mg | 509% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.4 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.1 g | ||
| Protein | 182.2 g | 364% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 684 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 4816 mg | 102% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
