Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsThirsty LionCrispy Fried Chicken Wings Recipe

Crispy Fried Chicken Wings Recipe

Inspired by Thirsty Lion
Time1h
Serves4

With your choice of sauces and dips: Old School Buffalo, Korean BBQ or Dry Spice Rub. Served with Blue Cheese, Ranch or Sriracha fry sauce.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

Old School Buffalo Sauce

Korean BBQ Sauce

Dry Spice Rub

Dipping Sauces

Method

Preparation of Chicken Wings

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken Wings

    In a large bowl, season the chicken wings with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder. Toss to coat evenly.

  2. 2

    Chill the Wings

    Cover the bowl and refrigerate the seasoned wings for at least 1 hour (or overnight for better flavor).

Cooking the Wings

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).

  2. 4

    Fry the Wings

    Carefully add the chicken wings to the hot oil in batches, taking care not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

  3. 5

    Drain the Wings

    Remove the wings from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined tray.

Making the Sauces

  1. 6

    Prepare Buffalo Sauce

    In a small saucepan over low heat, combine hot sauce, butter, and garlic powder. Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is well combined.

  2. 7

    Prepare Korean BBQ Sauce

    In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger until smooth.

  3. 8

    Prepare Dry Spice Rub

    In a small bowl, mix together paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, and onion powder.

Serving

  1. 9

    Toss Wings in Sauce

    Toss the fried chicken wings in your choice of sauce (Buffalo, Korean BBQ, or Dry Spice Rub) until well coated.

  2. 10

    Serve with Dipping Sauces

    Serve the wings hot with blue cheese dressing, ranch dressing, and sriracha on the side for dipping.

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