Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings
Extra Crispy Buffalo Wings with a Bold Citrus Kick
This recipe delivers perfectly crispy, tender-on-the-inside Buffalo Wings without deep frying. They’re tossed in a classic, buttery buffalo sauce that gets a flavorful boost from a gourmet citrus hot sauce. This American classic is perfect for game days or a weeknight treat.
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes Servings: 4
Ingredients
2 lbs (900 g) chicken wings, patted dry
1 tbsp (15 ml) baking powder (aluminum-free)
1 tsp (5 ml) salt 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) black pepper
1/2 cup (120 ml) buffalo wing sauce (Frank's RedHot recommended)
1/4 cup (60 ml) unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp (30 ml) Blazing Citrus Hot Sauce
Heat It Up with Eleven Eleven Sauce. Turn up the volume on your sauce with a few tablespoons of Blazing Citrus Hot. This all natural fruit-based hot sauce provides a rich, fiery flavor and a subtle tang that complements the traditional butter and vinegar base, adding a unique citrus complexity. Simply whisk it into your melted butter and buffalo sauce mixture for a bold and spicy glaze.
Heat Level: 8 out of 10 🔥
Blazing Citrus Hot Sauce is our extreme heat champion, built for serious spice fans and challenge seekers. Carolina Reaper peppers deliver searing intensity, while fresh grapefruit and lemon juice replace vinegar for a bright, tangy lift and full flavor. It is very spicy yet vibrant, turning wings, tacos, grilled meats, and bowls into a bold, citrus charged experience. Turn the heat all the way up and get maximum flavor in every drop.
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. In a large bowl, toss the dried chicken wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. The baking powder is key to extra crispiness.
2. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they do not touch. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
3. While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Whisk in the buffalo wing sauce and the optional Blazing Citrus Hot Sauce until combined. Keep warm on very low heat until the wings are done.
4. Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the sauce over the wings and toss until every piece is completely coated.
5. Serve immediately with blue cheese or ranch dressing and celery and carrot sticks.
Tips & Variations
Make it Garlic Parmesan: Skip the buffalo sauce. Instead, mix 1/2 cup (60 g) grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup (60 ml) melted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped fresh parsley. Toss the baked wings in this mixture before serving.
Regional Swap (Thai-inspired): Replace the classic buffalo sauce with a sweet chili glaze. Use 1/2 cup (120 ml) sweet chili sauce, 2 tbsp (30 ml) lime juice, and 1 tbsp (15 ml) fish sauce. Toss with the baked wings and top with chopped coriander (cilantro) and crushed peanuts.
Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the seasoned wings in the basket in a single layer (work in batches if necessary). Air fry for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and cooked through.
Other Users Suggest
Replacing: the baking powder method with a dredge in flour. New Measurement: 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour. Why: A light flour dredge provides a more traditional crispy exterior, though the baking powder method achieves superior crispness without oil.
Replacing: the melted butter with clarified butter (ghee). New Measurement: 1/4 cup (60 ml) ghee. Why: Ghee provides a purer butter flavor since the milk solids have been removed, making the sauce richer and less likely to break.
Storage, Reheat & Freeze
Storage: Store leftover cooked and sauced wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat: Reheat wings in the oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes to restore crispiness; microwave reheating is not recommended. Freeze: Cooked, un-sauced wings can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw completely and reheat in the oven before tossing in warm sauce.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories: 450 Protein: 45g Carbs: 5g Fat: 28g
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