Spicy Chicken Wings (Game Day Wings)

The best recipe for Game Day Wings is here! Spicy Chicken Wings, also known as Buffalo Chicken Wings, are great deep fried, oven baked, or made in the air fryer (all 3 recipes included).

What are Buffalo Wings?

Buffalo Wings, also known as "Hot Wings" or "Spicy Wings" are traditionally deep fried, coated in sauce, and served with blue cheese & celery. This football food is popular in bars and restaurants. The recipe originated in Buffalo, New York, thus giving it its famous name.

We love to eat these wings while watching football and tailgating, and this popular version is known as "sweet & hot". I have perfected this spicy chicken wings recipe. The kids love the sauce so much, I think they would drink it out of a glass if I let them. Years ago, I set on a path to duplicate this local favorite. Honestly, I tried hundreds of dozens of variations before I arrived at the perfect balance of sweet and hot. I am very proud of this recipe, as it is a flavor that everyone can enjoy. It's a little sweet with a subtle touch of heat.

Ingredients:

• CHICKEN WINGS: 4 pounds, fresh
• AP FLOUR: 2 cups
• GARLIC POWDER: 1 tablespoon
• BLACK PEPPER: 2 teaspoons
• SALT: 1 teaspoon
• BUTTER: 1 ½ sticks salted butter
• BROWN SUGAR: ½ cup
• HOT SAUCE: ¼ cup (we like Frank's)
• BARBECUE SAUCE: ¼ cup (your favorite)
• GARLIC: 1 teaspoon, chopped

I've been making these chicken wings for years at barbecues, sporting events, and parties. I consistently get compliments on them, which is why I have held this special recipe so close to my heart.  I was unwilling to share it, thinking this was my "million dollar" idea.  But Superman Cooks has given me platform to share it with the world. I first made this wing recipe for Jackie at our family Labor Day cookout years ago. I soon realized that it was her million dollar smile while eating them that was what I was really looking for. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do. Go Bucks!

How to make Traditional (Deep Fried) Spicy Buffalo Wings:

1. Combine flour, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Place mixture in large container with lid or large ziplock bag.
2. Add wings to mixture and toss to coat wings. Then remove wings and shake off excess.
3. Deep fry in vegetable oil for 25 minutes heated to 375°. Drain from oil and toss in sauce.
4. When wings are done cooking, transfer hot wings to sauce and toss to coat.

How to make Air Fryer Chicken Wings:

1. Combine flour, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Place mixture in large container with lid or large ziplock bag.
2. Add wings to mixture and toss to coat wings. Then remove wings and shake off excess.
3. Bake in air fryer at high temperature (375° to 390°) for 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°. Toss the wings every 10 minutes to assure even cooking.
4. When wings are done cooking, transfer hot wings to sauce and toss to coat.

How to make Spicy Chicken Wings in the oven:

1. Combine flour, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Place mixture in large container with lid or large ziplock bag.
2. Add wings to mixture and toss to coat wings. Then remove wings and shake off excess.
3. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, turning half way through to make sure they are cooked evenly.
4. When wings are done cooking, transfer hot wings to sauce and toss to coat.

How to make Buffalo Wing Sauce:

1. Soften butter. Add brown sugar, hot sauce, barbecue sauce, and garlic. Mix until well combined.
2. Enjoy!

What to serve with Spicy Chicken Wings:

• dip them into our famous White Barbecue Sauce
• serve with a side of Craft Beer Cheese Dip
• wash 'em down with a pitcher of Coronaritas

More Game Day Recipes:

• KOREAN BONELESS WINGS
• SMOKY BLACK BEAN QUESADILLAS
• BUFFALO CHICKEN SANDWICH
• LOADED BBQ PORK NACHOS

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