Crispy Buffalo Wings Recipe 15-Minute Quick Game Day Snacks
A quick and easy recipe for crispy buffalo wings ready in under 15 minutes, perfect for last-minute game day snacks with a perfect balance of heat and crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Total Time: 17-19 minutes
- Yield: 4-5 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings, split at the joint and tips removed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (can substitute with canola or peanut oil)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup (120 ml) hot sauce (classic Frank’s RedHot recommended)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
- Black pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon)
- Optional: celery sticks and blue cheese dressing for serving
Instructions
- Pat 2 pounds (900 g) of chicken wings dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper (about 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper). Let sit while preheating the pan.
- Warm 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking (around 350°F / 175°C).
- Place wings in a single layer in the skillet without overcrowding. Cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Lower heat if wings start to burn.
- While wings cook, melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter in a bowl. Stir in ½ cup hot sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon onion powder until smooth. Adjust seasoning if desired.
- Transfer cooked wings to the mixing bowl, pour buffalo sauce over, and toss well to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing on the side.
Notes
Pat wings dry thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness. Control heat to avoid burning butter in the sauce. Flip wings only once or twice for even cooking and crisp skin. Drain wings on paper towels after cooking to remove excess oil. Serve immediately after tossing in sauce to maintain crispiness. Reheat leftovers using dry heat methods like broiler or skillet to restore crispness; avoid microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4-5 wings
- Calories: 300
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 20
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