Crispy, saucy, and irresistibly bold, these classic Buffalo Wings are a must-have for any New Year’s party spread. Perfectly baked until golden and crunchy, then tossed in a rich, buttery hot sauce, this recipe delivers all the iconic flavor you expect—without the fuss of deep frying. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or ringing in the new year with family and friends, these wings are guaranteed to disappear fast.
Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 6
- Yield: About 2 pounds of wings
Ingredients
Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings, split at joints, tips removed
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free recommended)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Buffalo Sauce
- ½ cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot®)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
For Serving (Optional)
- Celery sticks
- Blue cheese or ranch dressing
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly spray the rack with cooking spray.
- Prepare the wings: Pat chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for crispy skin.
- Season: In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange: Place wings in a single layer on the wire rack, skin side up, making sure they don’t touch.
- Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until wings are golden brown and crispy.
- Make the sauce: While wings bake, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in hot sauce, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Remove from heat.
- Toss: Transfer hot wings to a large bowl and pour sauce over them. Toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with celery sticks and your favorite dressing.
Tips & Best Practices
- Do not substitute baking soda for baking powder—it will affect flavor.
- For extra crispy wings, let them rest uncovered for 5 minutes after baking before saucing.
- Adjust the heat by adding more butter for milder wings or extra hot sauce or cayenne for more spice.
- These wings can be baked ahead and reheated at 400°F for 10 minutes before tossing in sauce.
Nutrition Facts (per serving) — Estimated values
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
- Sodium: 980mg
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
Conclusion
This classic Buffalo Wings Recipe is the ultimate New Year’s party snack—crispy, saucy, and packed with bold flavor everyone loves. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, these wings are perfect for game nights, celebrations, or anytime you want a crowd-pleasing appetizer that delivers big taste with minimal effort. Serve them hot, grab some napkins, and enjoy the celebration!
