Jul 13 2026

Wings Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Buffalo wings served with ranch dressing.

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Ingredients

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Wings

Method

Wings Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare the Chicken Wings

    Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a large bowl.

  3. 3

    Season the Wings

    Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper to the bowl with the chicken wings. Toss the wings until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.

  4. 4

    Arrange the Wings

    Place the seasoned chicken wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are in a single layer.

  5. 5

    Bake the Wings

    Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crispy and fully cooked.

  6. 6

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the hot sauce and mix until well combined.

  7. 7

    Coat the Wings

    Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the wings and toss to coat evenly.

Ranch Dressing Preparation

  1. 8

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk. Whisk until smooth.

  2. 9

    Add Seasonings

    Add dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

  3. 10

    Chill the Dressing

    Cover the ranch dressing and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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