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Crispy Grilled Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe With Easy Tangy Sauce

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These crispy grilled buffalo chicken wings feature a tangy sauce that balances heat with a subtle zing, delivering a perfect backyard party flavor with a crispy char and juicy inside.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds chicken wings, separated at joints and tips removed
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (use dairy-free butter if preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Celery sticks (optional, for serving)
  • Carrot sticks (optional, for serving)
  • Blue cheese or ranch dressing (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss them in a large bowl with baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
  2. Place the coated wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet and refrigerate uncovered for 15-30 minutes to dry the skin further (optional).
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Arrange the wings on the grill in a single layer. Grill for about 10-12 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy with some charred spots. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. While wings cook, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in hot sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne, and honey. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
  6. Transfer grilled wings to a large bowl. Pour the warm sauce over and toss until each wing is evenly coated but not soggy.
  7. Serve immediately with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and blue cheese or ranch dressing.

Notes

Pat wings dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Baking powder is key to crispy skin. Avoid tossing wings in sauce too early to prevent sogginess. Watch for flare-ups on the grill and move wings as needed. For extra crispiness, finish with a quick sear on direct heat. If no grill is available, bake wings at 450°F on a wire rack for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway, then broil 2-3 minutes.

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