Buffalo Wings Recipe
Spicy chicken wings served with blue cheese dressing.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Wings
Buffalo Sauce
Blue Cheese Dressing
Method
Preparation of Chicken Wings
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This will ensure that the chicken wings cook evenly and become crispy.
- 2
Prepare the Wings
In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings, salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Toss until the wings are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Cooking the Wings
- 3
Bake the Wings
Place the seasoned chicken wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown.
Making the Buffalo Sauce
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the hot sauce, unsalted butter, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is well mixed.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
Making the Blue Cheese Dressing
- 6
Mix the Dressing
In a medium bowl, combine blue cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well using a fork or whisk until the ingredients are smooth and creamy.
Finishing Touches
- 7
Toss Wings in Sauce
Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until they are well coated.
- 8
Serve
Serve the buffalo wings hot with the blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.