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Buffalo Chicken Wings: The Touchdown MVP of Super Bowl Party Food

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Super Bowl Sunday is almost here, and you know what that means: time for delicious food, good company, and, of course, football! And what better way to fuel your cheering than with a plate of piping hot, finger-licking buffalo chicken wings?

These classic game-day snacks are easy to make, customizable to your spice level, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. So, fire up the oven (or air fryer!), gather your ingredients, and get ready to make some touchdown-worthy wings!

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated at the joint (about 16 wings)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Celery sticks and carrot sticks, for dipping
  • Blue cheese dressing, for dipping (optional)

Instructions:

Prep the Wings:

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  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Trim off any excess fat.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the wings with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper.

Bake the Wings:

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  1. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown and cooked through.

Make the Sauce:

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  1. While the wings are baking, in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, honey (if using), brown sugar (if using), garlic powder, and onion powder. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Toss and Serve:

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  1. Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Serve immediately with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and blue cheese dressing (if using).

Tips:

  • For extra crispy wings, bake them for an additional 5-10 minutes after tossing them in the sauce.
  • If you don’t have hot sauce, you can substitute with your favorite BBQ sauce or a mixture of ketchup and red pepper flakes.
  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your desired spice level.
  • Serve the wings with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or honey mustard.
  • For a healthier alternative, bake the wings instead of frying them. You can also use an air fryer for even crispier results.

With these simple tips and tricks, you’re sure to make the best buffalo chicken wings for your Super Bowl party. So grab your favorite team jersey, settle in for the game, and enjoy these delicious wings!

I hope this article helps you make the perfect buffalo chicken wings for your Super Bowl party!

Ann Shrott

I am a freelance writer with a deep passion for the latest trendy titles to produce content. What I'm striving for is to write about something well researched and make blogs sparkle. Keep on reading!

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