Buffalo Wings — Crispy fried chicken wings in tangy butter hot sauce

Originating in Buffalo, New York, these wings have become a quintessential American bar food and game-day staple. Crispy fried chicken wings are tossed in a tangy, spicy, buttery hot sauce and served with cooling blue cheese dressing and crunchy celery — an addictive combination that's perfect for parties and pub nights.

Instructions

1. Pat wings thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Choose your cooking method:
3. Deep fry: Heat oil to 375°F. Fry in batches 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on a wire rack.
4. Bake: Preheat to 400°F. Arrange on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake 45-50 minutes, flipping halfway.
5. Air fry: Cook at 380°F for 20-25 minutes, shaking halfway.
6. Whisk hot sauce, melted butter, vinegar, and garlic powder in a large bowl.
7. Toss hot wings in the sauce until evenly coated.
8. Serve immediately with blue cheese dressing and celery/carrot sticks.

Tips

• Patting wings completely dry is the secret to crispy skin, regardless of cooking method
• Frank's RedHot is the traditional choice — other hot sauces will change the flavor profile significantly
• For extra-crispy baked wings, toss with 1 tbsp baking powder before seasoning