Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings

Name: Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken party wings; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tbsp baking powder; 2 tbsp yellow mustard; 2 tbsp cooking oil; 1 tbsp butter, melted; 1/2 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; garlic salt, to taste

Crispy baked buffalo chicken wings coated in a tangy homemade sauce made with cayenne hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, and garlic. This baked method delivers crispy results without deep frying.

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Total

1h 10m

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 lbs chicken party wings
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tbsp baking powder
2 tbsp yellow mustard
2 tbsp cooking oil
1 tbsp butter, melted
1/2 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
garlic salt, to taste

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder.
3
Add the yellow mustard and cooking oil to the wings. These will act as a binder for the seasonings.
4
Using your hands or tongs, mix everything together until the wings are evenly coated.
5
Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6
Bake for 1 hour, flipping the wings halfway through cooking to ensure they get crispy on all sides.
7
While the wings are baking, prepare the Buffalo sauce. In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the melted butter, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, and garlic salt.
8
Whisk the sauce ingredients until well combined.
9
Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
10
Transfer the hot wings to a large clean bowl, pour the Buffalo sauce over them, and toss until fully coated.
11
Serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat wings completely dry before seasoning; moisture prevents crispiness. Baking powder is key—don't skip it, as it raises pH and promotes browning.
Use a wire rack set over a baking sheet to allow air to circulate underneath the wings during both the low and high temperature phases.
Toss wings in sauce immediately after removing from the oven while they're still hot, then serve within 5 minutes to maintain crispness.
Garlic salt is added to taste at the end—start with 1/4 tsp and adjust, as the seasoning mix and sauce already contain salt and garlic flavors.

Substitutions

Cayenne pepper hot sauce → Frank's RedHot or any Louisiana-style hot sauce (adjust vinegar quantity if sauce is vinegar-forward)
Yellow mustard → Dijon mustard (use 1.5 tbsp for less sharp flavor) or omit entirely
Cooking oil → avocado oil or neutral vegetable oil (do not use olive oil; it has too low a smoke point)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate cooled wings in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes; store sauce separately to preserve crispiness.

Equipment

wire rack · sheet pan

Common Questions

How do you make wings crispy when baking instead of frying?

Baking powder in the seasoning mix draws moisture from the skin, and a hot oven ensures crispiness. Arrange wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet for air circulation on all sides.

Can you make the buffalo sauce ahead of time?

Yes. Mix the hot sauce, melted butter, mustard, and apple cider vinegar up to 2 days in advance. Store in an airtight container and reheat gently before tossing with wings.

What temperature and time for baking the wings?

Bake at 250°F for 30 minutes, then increase to 425°F for 50 minutes until golden and crispy. Timing may vary by oven; wings are done when skin is fully crispy.

Can you substitute the cayenne hot sauce?

Yes. Use Frank's RedHot, Louisiana-style hot sauce, or any cayenne-based sauce. Avoid vinegar-forward sauces as the recipe already includes apple cider vinegar.

How should you store leftover buffalo wings?

Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes until warmed through; store sauce separately to maintain crispiness.