Zesty Buffalo-Style Chicken Wings
Indulge in these spicy and flavorful Zesty Buffalo-Style Chicken Wings, a fan-favorite for lunch and snack time. Infused with the unique tang of Lea & Perrins White Wine Worcestershire Sauce, these wings pack a punch! Perfect for game day or a casual get-together, these wings are sure to please any crowd. Enjoy the crispy texture and perfectly seasoned sauce that will keep you coming back for more. Pair with fresh celery sticks and a creamy blue cheese dressing to perfectly balance the zest of the wings. Note, they pack an extra kick when reheated!
3-6
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken wings
3 dozen (1st and 2nd wing pieces)
Louisiana hot sauce
12 fluid ounces
unsalted butter
6 tablespoons
white vinegar
3 tablespoons
Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon (Lea & Perrins White Wine)
cayenne pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons
garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon
flour
1 1/2 tablespoons (for thickening)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2
Prepare the chicken wings by either baking or deep-frying them until they are crispy and fully cooked. Set aside.
3
In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the hot sauce, butter, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder.
4
Stir the sauce ingredients continuously until the butter has melted, and the mixture is well-blended.
5
Gradually add flour to the sauce to thicken it, stirring regularly to avoid lumps.
6
Once the sauce reaches your desired thickness, pour a portion of it into the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish to create a saucy base.
7
Add the cooked wings to the remaining sauce in the saucepan, tossing them until they are thoroughly coated.
8
Transfer the sauced wings into the prepared baking dish.
9
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until they are heated through.
10
Serve the wings hot, accompanied by fresh celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
11
For leftovers, reheat with caution as the wings intensify in heat with each reheating.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Buffalo-Style Chicken Wings?
They are a spicy and flavorful dish featuring chicken wings tossed in a tangy sauce, perfect for lunch, snacks, or game day gatherings.
What is the secret ingredient in the wing sauce?
The recipe uses Lea & Perrins White Wine Worcestershire Sauce to provide a unique and tangy zest.
How many chicken wings do I need for this recipe?
The recipe requires 3 dozen chicken wings, specifically using the 1st and 2nd wing pieces.
What type of hot sauce is recommended?
Louisiana hot sauce is recommended for this buffalo-style recipe.
Is the butter used in the sauce salted or unsalted?
The recipe calls for 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
What kind of vinegar is used for the wings?
White vinegar is used to add acidity and tang to the buffalo sauce.
How much cayenne pepper is included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 1/4 teaspoons of cayenne pepper to give the wings their spicy kick.
Why is flour used in the sauce?
Flour is added gradually to the sauce to act as a thickening agent.
At what temperature should I preheat the oven?
The oven should be preheated to 300°F (150°C).
How should the wings be cooked before saucing?
The chicken wings should be either baked or deep-fried until they are fully cooked and crispy.
What are the ingredients for the buffalo sauce?
The sauce consists of hot sauce, butter, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and flour.
What size baking dish is needed?
A 9 x 13-inch baking dish is used for the final baking step.
How long do the sauced wings bake in the oven?
The wings should be baked for approximately 20 minutes or until they are heated through.
What side dishes are suggested for these wings?
It is recommended to serve the wings with fresh celery sticks and creamy blue cheese dressing.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe typically serves between 3 to 6 people.
Does the spice level change when reheating leftovers?
Yes, the wings intensify in heat and pack an extra kick with each reheating.
What is the texture of these wings?
These wings have a crispy texture and a perfectly seasoned, thick sauce coating.
Is there garlic in this recipe?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder is used in the sauce mixture.
How do you prepare the baking dish?
You create a saucy base by pouring a portion of the prepared buffalo sauce into the bottom of the dish before adding the wings.
Can these wings be served at a party?
Yes, they are described as a fan-favorite for game days, parties, and casual get-togethers.
How much Worcestershire sauce is required?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of Lea & Perrins White Wine Worcestershire Sauce.
What heat setting should be used for the saucepan?
The sauce ingredients should be combined over medium-low heat.
How do you prevent lumps in the sauce?
Stir the sauce regularly while gradually adding the flour to avoid lumps.
What categories does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a Lunch or Snack option.
How much hot sauce is used in total?
A total of 12 fluid ounces of hot sauce is used for the wing sauce.
Should the wings be tossed in the sauce?
Yes, the cooked wings should be added to the saucepan and tossed until they are thoroughly coated.
How much flour is needed for thickening?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 tablespoons of flour.
Are these wings considered comfort food?
Yes, 'comfort food' is one of the tags associated with this savory recipe.
What type of chicken wing pieces are used?
The recipe specifies using the 1st and 2nd wing pieces.
Can I make these wings in advance?
Yes, though note that they will become spicier when you reheat them later.