They’re spicy, succulent, and perfect for hungry crowds. There’s never a wrong time to whip up a batch of buffalo chicken wings. And while they make a great appetizer for game day, they’re also a tasty main course when served with potato salad or a plate of crispy french fries. That said, they need a good dipping sauce on the side. Luckily, everything works with these spicy wings, from blue cheese to ranch dressing. So, grab a heavy saucepan, and let’s get deep-frying!
Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe
Like apple pie, buffalo chicken wings are 100% All-American. And though the South has the market covered on deep fried chicken, buffalo wings hail from the North. They were invented in a New York restaurant, in the 1960s, as a late-night experiment that wowed. This recipe earns a double punch of spice, thanks to the spicy seasoning in the dry flour mixture and the buttery drizzle. Cayenne pepper gives these chicken wings a kick, but it’s the buttery hot sauce drizzle that’ll make you weak in the knees.
Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken Wings
Chicken wings – Meaty chicken wings make the best buffalo wings. You can use fresh or frozen, but make sure they’re thawed and blotted dry when using frozen. Flour – All-purpose flour works best for these chicken wings. An even coat of flour makes these chicken wings crisp up deliciously golden brown. Cayenne pepper – Cayenne pepper adds a hint of spice to the flour mixture before you add your hot sauce. Salt – Fine sea salt or table salt works well in this recipe and brings out all those spicy flavors. Vegetable oil – Good frying oil is vital. While vegetable oil works under high heat, you can opt for other frying oils with a high smoke point. Avocado, peanut, corn, and sunflower oil are great alternatives. Butter – Creamy butter helps tame those lively flavors. Be sure to opt for unsalted butter or leave it out of the recipe (the salt).Hot sauce – There are no wrong answers when it comes to hot sauce. Frank’s Red Hot is always a crowd favorite because it’s spicy with some acidity from the vinegar. But feel free to use whatever you like best.
Tips for the Best Chicken Wings
Don’t overcrowd the pan. The trick to ultra-crispy, restaurant-quality chicken wings is to ensure the oil temperature never drops. If the temperature drops too low, your chicken wings will become soggy.Since you’re adding a cold chicken to hot oil, only add a few at a time.Always check the temperature after each addition, or hang a candy thermometer on the side of the pan.
Get creative with the sauce. A simple sauce of butter and hot sauce brings a lot of flavor, but you don’t have to stop there! Instead, add things like vinegar, honey, garlic powder, or spices to make these buffalo chicken wings your own.
Save time with pre-cut chicken wings. Fresh is always best, but you may not have time to trim chicken wings before a big party. So, opt for a bag of frozen chicken wings to make things a little easier. Just remember to thoroughly thaw them before throwing them in hot oil!
Don’t forget the dipping sauces! My favorite part about a plate of buffalo chicken wings is the creamy sauce. And since they’re spicy, I like something cool, such as bleu cheese or ranch.Other saucy options include honey mustard, BBQ, Parmesan garlic, or even more butter and hot sauce!
What to Serve with Buffalo Wings
Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, there is no end to the potential sides to serve with buffalo chicken wings. Some excellent serving suggestions include:
Dipping sauces Celery sticksCarrot sticksFrench friesPotato saladCornbreadOnion rings
Is pairing fried buffalo wings with other fried foods overkill? Absolutely not! Just keep this in mind: if you’re using the same oil for french fries and buffalo chicken wings, always cook the french fries first.
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