Buffalo Wings — Ad-Free Recipe, Ingredients First

Good wings and a real hot sauce with vinegar behind the heat are what matter; the rest is technique. Dry the wings hard and bake them high so they crisp without a fryer.

The Ingredients — and where to get them

Cook for 4 servings

Chicken wings

Pastured wings with real skin that crisps up in the oven.

2 lb

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Hot sauce

A cayenne-vinegar sauce is the backbone of the buffalo glaze.

1/2 cup

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Butter

Melted into the sauce, it rounds the heat and makes it cling.

4 tbsp

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Celery & scallion

Cold celery sticks and sliced scallion to cut the heat.

for serving

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The Rundown

Greedometer ●●●●● Barely a splurge

A light hand — your arteries say thanks.

EffortSome doing

Cook it with

Air fryerSheet pan

The Method

DryPat the wings bone dry and toss with a little baking powder and salt; dry skin is what crisps.
BakeBake on a rack at 425F for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping once, until deep gold and crisp at 175F internal.
SauceWarm the hot sauce and butter together, whisking until they emulsify into a glossy glaze.
TossToss the hot wings in the sauce in a bowl so every one is coated.
ServePile up with celery and scallion on the side while they are hot and crisp.

The Toolkit

Wire rack · Sheet pan · Mixing bowl

Straight Answers

Can you make Buffalo Wings in an air fryer? — Yes

Yes — this is exactly what an air fryer does well. Work in a single layer so the air can move, and shake or flip halfway for even crisping. It runs a touch faster than the oven, so check early.

Can you freeze Buffalo Wings? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Buffalo Wings ahead of time? — Prep ahead

Best fried to order — the crunch fades if it sits. Do the breading or shaping ahead and cook it fresh when you serve.

Is Buffalo Wings gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Buffalo Wings vegan? — No

No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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Buffalo Wings, and where to source it