Crispy Low-Fat Buffalo Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dip
These Crispy Low-Fat Buffalo Chicken Wings are light yet packed with flavor, making them the perfect guilt-free snack for any occasion. Marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce, these wings are baked to perfection, ensuring they remain moist while achieving that much-loved crispiness. Accompanying the wings is a creamy blue cheese dip made from low-fat cottage cheese, offering a deliciously smooth texture without the extra calories. Ideal for a lunch gathering or game day, these wings are not too spicy, catering to all taste preferences!
12
Servings
85
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Honey
2 tablespoons (Measure out and add to the marinade mixture.)
Ketchup
2 tablespoons (Add to the marinade mixture.)
Red pepper sauce
2 tablespoons (Add to the marinade mixture.)
Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon (Add to the marinade mixture.)
Chicken wings, skinless
2 lbs (Add to the marinade mixture.)
Paprika
To taste (Sprinkle over the baked chicken wings.)
Low fat cottage cheese
1/3 cup (Blend with other dip ingredients.)
White wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon (Blend with other dip ingredients.)
Milk
2 tablespoons (Blend with other dip ingredients.)
Crumbled blue cheese
1 tablespoon + some to fold in (Blend half into the dip and sprinkle remaining for garnish.)
White pepper
1/8 teaspoon (Blend with other dip ingredients.)
Garlic clove, finely chopped
1 clove (Add to the dip mixture before blending.)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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2. Line a jelly roll pan (15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1 inch) with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
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3. In a resealable plastic food-storage bag, combine honey, ketchup, red pepper sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
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4. Add the skinless chicken wings to the bag, seal it tightly, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. Turn the bag occasionally to ensure the wings are well-coated.
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5. After marinating, arrange the chicken wings on the prepared pan and sprinkle with paprika for added flavor.
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6. Bake the wings uncovered for about 30 minutes or until they're crispy and the juices run clear when you cut into the thickest piece.
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7. While the wings are baking, prepare the blue cheese dip by combining low-fat cottage cheese, white wine vinegar, milk, half of the crumbled blue cheese, white pepper, and finely chopped garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend on low speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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8. Transfer the dip to a serving dish and gently fold in the remaining crumbled blue cheese. Cover and refrigerate until the wings are ready to be served.
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9. Serve the crispy wings with celery sticks and the creamy blue cheese dip for a wholesome snack!
Nutrition Information
10
Protein
1
Fiber
171
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Low-Fat Buffalo Chicken Wings?
They are a light, flavor-packed snack that is baked to achieve crispiness while remaining moist, featuring a sweet and tangy marinade and a low-fat blue cheese dip.
How many calories are in one serving of these wings?
There are 85 calories per serving.
How much protein does this recipe provide per serving?
Each serving contains 10 grams of protein.
What is the sodium content per serving?
The sodium content is 171 mg per serving.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 12 servings.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What type of pan is recommended for baking?
A jelly roll pan measuring 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1 inch is recommended.
How should I prepare the baking pan for easy cleanup?
Line the pan with aluminum foil.
What ingredients are used in the wing marinade?
The marinade consists of honey, ketchup, red pepper sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
How long should the chicken marinate?
Marinate the wings for at least 15 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
Should the chicken wings have skin?
No, the recipe calls for 2 lbs of skinless chicken wings.
What should I do while the wings are marinating?
Turn the bag occasionally to ensure the wings are well-coated.
What spice is sprinkled on the wings before baking?
Paprika is sprinkled over the chicken wings for added flavor.
How long do the wings need to bake?
Bake the wings uncovered for approximately 30 minutes.
How can I tell if the chicken wings are fully cooked?
They are done when they are crispy and the juices run clear when the thickest piece is cut.
What makes the blue cheese dip low-fat?
The dip uses low-fat cottage cheese and milk instead of high-calorie bases.
What are the ingredients for the blue cheese dip?
The dip contains low-fat cottage cheese, white wine vinegar, milk, crumbled blue cheese, white pepper, and finely chopped garlic.
How do I prepare the blue cheese dip?
Combine the ingredients (using only half the blue cheese) in a blender or food processor and blend on low until smooth.
When do I add the remaining blue cheese to the dip?
Gently fold in the remaining crumbled blue cheese after the base has been blended smooth.
How should the dip be stored before serving?
Transfer it to a serving dish, cover it, and refrigerate until the wings are ready.
What should I serve as a side for these wings?
Serve the wings with celery sticks and the creamy blue cheese dip.
Is this recipe very spicy?
No, the recipe is designed to be not too spicy, catering to all taste preferences.
How much honey is required for the recipe?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of honey.
What type of vinegar is used in the dip?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of white wine vinegar.
What kind of pepper is used in the dip?
1/8 teaspoon of white pepper is used in the dip.
How much milk is used in the blue cheese dip?
The dip uses 2 tablespoons of milk.
Does the recipe contain fiber?
Yes, there is 1 gram of fiber per serving.
What is the best way to mix the marinade?
Combine the ingredients in a resealable plastic food-storage bag and mix well.
How much garlic is needed for the dip?
The recipe calls for one finely chopped garlic clove.
Can I bake the wings covered?
No, the instructions state to bake the wings uncovered to ensure they become crispy.