Buffalo Wings
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Buffalo Wings
Description
This Buffalo Wings recipe uses a unique preparation to achieve crispy skin by coating the wings in kosher salt and baking powder, then refrigerating them uncovered for at least 12 hours to dry the skin. Baking at 425°F on wire racks allows air circulation to ensure even cooking and crisping. The wings are flipped multiple times during baking to develop a consistent crispness on all sides.
The sauce combines melted unsalted butter and hot sauce, thickened slightly with a bit of flour, providing the traditional Buffalo wing flavor—spicy with a buttery richness. After baking, the wings are tossed in this sauce for coating. The resulting wings have a contrast of crisp skin and juicy meat, balanced with tangy heat.
Leftover wings can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days and are best reheated in an oven to maintain crispness. For even more flavor, wings can be sauced a second time after resting to intensify the coating.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds chicken wings party size
- 4 teaspoons baking powder aluminum free, **not baking soda**
- 3 1/2 teaspoons (12g) kosher salt Diamond Crystal brand
- 6 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup hot sauce Frank's brand
- vegetable oil for greasing wire rack, or cooking spray
Instructions
- Dry the wings off very well with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Toss the wings in the salt and baking powder making sure to coat evenly on all sides. Place the wings on wire rack lined baking sheets making sure that the wings are not touching each other. Place the sheets in the fridge, uncovered, for at least 12 hours but preferably overnight.
- Preheat oven to 425f and set the racks to the middle levels.
- Dry off any wings that have excess moisture. Line baking sheets with foil and place the wire racks on top. Coat the wire racks with a touch of vegetable oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking. Place the wings back on the wire racks and bake for 20 minutes switching the sheets at the halfway point.
- After 20 minutes flip the wings and continue to bake for another 25-35 minutes or until crisp. Again make sure to switch/rotate the sheets at the halfway point and flip the wings over a couple more times to achieve even cooking.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and add the flour. Whisk the flour and cook until it turns lightly golden (about 2 minutes) then add the buffalo sauce. Whisk together and turn the heat down to its lowest level.
- Once the wings are done add them to a large mixing bowl and pour the sauce on top. Mix well to coat. Serve immediately with blue cheese dressing and carrots and celery. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use about 3/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt per pound of wings for best seasoning balance.
- Baking powder helps dry the wings to create a crispier skin but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For extra coated flavor, toss wings with additional buffalo sauce after initial saucing.
- Store leftovers refrigerated and reheat in the oven to keep wings crispy up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 40wings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 119 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 119kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.6g | 2% |
| Protein | 8.3g | 17% |
| Fat | 7.8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 255mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 60mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Calcium | 434mg | 43% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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