Unbelievable Baked Buffalo Wings
Get ready to redefine game-day snacks with these “Unbelievable Baked Buffalo Wings.” Crispy, golden-brown wings are effortlessly achieved with a secret ingredient: aluminum-free baking powder. Coated in a flavorful blend of garlic, onion powder, smoky paprika, and salted to perfection, these wings bake to crunchy perfection without the need for frying. Toss them in a luscious homemade buffalo sauce, made with melted butter, tangy hot sauce, and a touch of honey for a hint of sweetness. Perfect for serving with cool ranch or blue cheese dressing alongside crisp celery and carrot sticks, these irresistible baked wings are a healthier spin on a crowd-pleasing classic. Ready in just over an hour, they’re ideal for parties, game nights, or satisfying your spicy cravings guilt-free. Keywords: Baked Buffalo Wings, crispy chicken wings, homemade buffalo sauce, healthy game-day snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken wings
- 1 tbsp Baking powder (aluminum-free)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Buffalo hot sauce
- 1 tbsp Honey (optional, for mild sweetness)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. This will allow the wings to cook evenly and the fat to drip away.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This ensures they bake up crispy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add the chicken wings and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Arrange the wings on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving some space between each wing to ensure proper airflow.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Flip the wings over and continue baking for an additional 25 minutes, or until the wings are crispy and golden brown.
While the wings are baking, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add the buffalo hot sauce and honey (if using) and stir until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until they are thoroughly coated.
Serve the wings immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or blue cheese, and a side of celery and carrot sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.6 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.1 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 51.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1109 mg | 370% | |
| Sodium | 15666 mg | 681% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.8 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 177.5 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1718 mg | 37% | |
*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.
