Juicy Crispy Buffalo Wings (Printable Version)

Crispy fried wings coated in tangy spicy sauce, served with celery and blue cheese dip.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2.2 lbs chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
02 - 1 tsp salt
03 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder

→ Coating

05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 tsp paprika

→ Frying

07 - 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying

→ Buffalo Sauce

08 - ¼ cup unsalted butter
09 - ½ cup hot sauce (e.g., Franks RedHot)
10 - 1 tbsp white vinegar
11 - ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
12 - ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

→ To Serve

13 - Celery sticks
14 - Blue cheese dip

# Directions:

01 - Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
02 - In a large bowl, mix flour and paprika. Dredge the wings in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
03 - Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F.
04 - Fry the wings in batches for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
05 - Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in hot sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper. Heat gently until combined.
06 - Place the fried wings in a large bowl. Pour the Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly. Serve hot with celery sticks and blue cheese dip.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Perfectly crispy exterior with juicy, flavorful meat inside
  • Classic tangy-spicy Buffalo sauce with customizable heat levels
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for sharing at parties, game days, or family dinners
  • Traditional accompaniments of celery and blue cheese balance the heat beautifully
02 -
  • Double-fry for maximum crispiness: fry for 7 minutes, rest 5 minutes, then fry 3–4 minutes more
  • Keep oil at a steady 175°C (350°F) for perfectly cooked wings
  • Toss wings in sauce just before serving to maintain crunch
  • Use Franks RedHot for the most authentic Buffalo flavor
  • Always check ingredient labels for allergens—this recipe contains wheat and dairy
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