- Prepare the Wings:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack over the foil.
- Toss the wings with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange the wings on the wire rack in a single layer.
- Bake the Wings:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
- Make the Buffalo Sauce:
- While the wings are baking, combine the hot sauce, butter, and minced garlic in a small saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the sauce is well combined.
- Toss the Wings in Sauce:
- Once the wings are done, remove them from the oven and place them in a large bowl.
- Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve:
- Serve the wings hot with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Honey Garlic Wings Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds chicken wings, tips removed and drumettes separated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Instructions:
- Prepare and Bake the Wings:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), and prepare the wings on a wire rack over a foil-lined baking sheet as described above.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until they are crispy and browned.
- Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce is reduced and slightly thickened.
- Glaze the Wings:
- Remove the wings from the oven and place them in a large bowl.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
- Broil for Extra Crispiness:
- Return the coated wings to the wire rack and broil on high for 2-3 minutes to get them extra crispy and caramelized.
- Serve:
- Serve the wings hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
These recipes show just a couple of ways to prepare chicken wings, each offering a unique flavor profile. Whether you prefer the spicy kick of Buffalo wings or the sweet and savory taste of honey garlic wings, there’s a style for every palate!