Easy Buffalo Chicken Wings

Easy Buffalo Chicken Wings

Traditional Buffalo Chicken Wings are deep-fried and then tossed with a "secret" buffalo sauce. They are yummy and craveable.

But I don't have a deep fryer, and I still crave them.

So, I did come up with my Crispy Buffalo Wings, which I love, and they are baked, so no need to research and buy a deep fryer. I still wanted something easier and just as tasty.

That's when I came up with this recipe. Now it is my go-to for a quick Saturday night snack or for feeding a crowd watching football. The reason I like this recipe is that there are only two steps: baste and bake. Yes, you have to do that multiple times, but that only enhances the flavor.

There are two secrets to these Easy Buffalo Chicken Wings. First, use Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Wings Sauce. It is thicker than the traditional Frank's Red Hot Sauce and sticks to the wings. You can choose different heat levels, which is great. I will even add some garlic powder to amp up the garlic flavor.

The second secret is a hot oven. I use a 400 - 425°F oven. This helps to cook the chicken wings quickly and keeps them juicy.

You will see I start with frozen chicken wings primarily because I can always have them on hand, and I find they stay juicier in the cooking process. You can easily use fresh chicken wings as well. My recommendation is quicker cooking and basting cycles.

The multiple basting process allows the flavor of the sauce to cook into the chicken. The last baste gives them the finger-licking goodness you are looking for in a Buffalo Chicken Wing.

I know this is a simple recipe, but give it a try and let me know what you think.