Food Processor: Blends blue cheese dip ingredients smoothly and quickly.
Broiler: High-heat cooking method to crisp and cook wings perfectly.
Mixing Bowl: For combining butter and hot sauce mixture.
Pastry Brush: Helps coat wings generously with spicy butter sauce.
Sharp Knife: Used to cut chicken wings into thirds.
Measuring Spoons: Ensures accurate seasoning for wings and dip.
Cutting Board: Provides safe surface for preparing chicken wings.
How to Cook Buffalo Chicken Wings at Home
Spicy Chicken Wing Adventure
Wing Preparation Slice chicken wings into perfect bite-sized pieces, removing unnecessary tips for maximum flavor potential.
Flavor Explosion Craft a zesty butter sauce by blending rich melted butter with fiery cayenne and tangy hot sauce for an intense flavor profile that will make taste buds dance.
Broiler Magic Position wings on a flat pan, generously coating with spicy butter mixture. Slide under blazing hot broiler, creating crispy edges and juicy interiors, flipping midway to ensure even browning.
Creamy Blue Cheese Companion Whip together creamy blue cheese blend in a smooth mixture, creating a cool contrast to the scorching hot wings. Mix ingredients until silky and irresistible.
Serving Celebration Present sizzling wings alongside chilled blue cheese dip and crisp celery sticks, transforming a simple meal into a culinary celebration that everyone will devour with pure excitement.
Sauce Tips & Spice Levels to Customize
Achieve perfectly crispy wings by positioning the rack 8cm from the heat source and rotating halfway through cooking for even browning.
Adjust cayenne and hot sauce quantities to customize heat intensity – start with less for mild flavor or add more for fiery enthusiasm.
Marinate chicken wings in butter mixture up to 4 hours before cooking to enhance flavor penetration and tenderness.
Experiment with blue cheese dip by adding fresh herbs like chives or dill, or swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier, lighter version.
Try alternative protein options like cauliflower or tofu for vegetarian guests, using the same spicy butter coating technique for maximum flavor impact.
Ways to Plate & Pair Buffalo Wings
Hosting Game Day Feast: Serve these sizzling buffalo wings as the star attraction during football parties or weekend gatherings, creating a crowd-pleasing centerpiece that keeps everyone munching and cheering.
Fresh Veggie Pairing: Arrange crisp, cool celery sticks alongside the spicy wings to provide a refreshing crunch and balance the heat, offering guests a delightful palate-cleansing option.
Dip and Dive Experience: Present the tangy blue cheese dressing in a separate bowl, encouraging guests to dip, swirl, and customize their wing-eating adventure with creamy, zesty coolness.
Temperature Flexibility: Enjoy these wings piping hot straight from the broiler or let them cool to room temperature, making them perfect for flexible entertaining and leisurely snacking.
Storing Extra Wings – Freezing & Reheating Advice
Prep Ahead Strategy: Marinate wings up to 24 hours before cooking to enhance flavor intensity and save time on meal day.
Quick Refrigeration Technique: Store leftover wings in airtight containers for 3-4 days, keeping dip separately to maintain crispy texture.
Smart Reheating Method: Warm wings in oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes to restore original crispiness, avoiding microwave to prevent sogginess.
Freezer-Friendly Approach: Freeze uncooked seasoned wings in sealed freezer bags for up to 3 months, thawing overnight in refrigerator before broiling.
Ina Garten’s buffalo chicken wings combine spicy sauce with tangy blue cheese dressing for an irresistible game-day classic. Crispy wings and zesty flavors make this recipe a crowd-pleasing favorite you’ll want to serve at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
16 chicken wings (about 1.4 kg / 3 lbs)
115 g (4 oz) unsalted butter
150 g (5.3 oz) crumbled gorgonzola or other blue cheese
240 ml (8 fl oz) mayonnaise
180 ml (6 fl oz) sour cream
4 tsps Frank’s Hot Sauce (or 1 tsp Tabasco sauce)
30 ml (1 fl oz) milk
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp kosher salt
1 ½ tsps kosher salt
¾ tsp Worcestershire sauce
¾ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Celery sticks, for serving
Instructions
Preparation: Position broiler rack 8 centimeters from heat source, setting to highest intensity. Deconstruct chicken wings by separating into segments, removing wing tips.
Marinade Creation: Melt unsalted butter in mixing bowl, whisking in cayenne pepper, Frank’s RedHot sauce, and kosher salt until thoroughly integrated.
Initial Broiling: Spread wing segments on rimmed baking sheet without overlapping. Brush generously with spicy butter mixture, ensuring complete coverage. Broil for 8 minutes until golden-brown, rotating wings midway and reapplying marinade.
Final Crisping: Continue broiling for 4-5 minutes, watching carefully to prevent charring. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit for safe consumption.
Blue Cheese Dip: Combine blue cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, whole milk, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper in food processor. Pulse until achieving a creamy texture with distinctive blue cheese chunks.
Serving: Plate sizzling wings alongside freshly prepared blue cheese dip and crisp celery sticks, creating a vibrant and appetizing presentation ready for immediate enjoyment.
Notes
Prep Wing Precision: Remove wing tips for even cooking and better texture, ensuring all wing segments are uniform in size.
Butter Blend Mastery: Whisk sauce ingredients thoroughly to distribute heat and flavor evenly across wings, creating a consistent spicy coating.
Broiler Monitoring: Watch wings closely during cooking to prevent burning, as high heat can quickly char the exterior before internal temperature is reached.
Dip Texture Tip: Pulse blue cheese dip briefly to maintain small cheese chunks, balancing creamy smoothness with textural interest.
Degree: Associate of Applied Science in Baking and Pastry Arts
Focus: Techniques in baking, pastry creation, and dessert presentation.
San Antonio Culinary Institute
Program: Diploma in Farm-to-Table Culinary Practices
Focus: Emphasis on utilizing locally sourced ingredients and understanding seasonal flavors.
Sophia’s passion for baking began in her family kitchen, where she spent hours experimenting with new recipes. With a background in baking and pastry arts, she loves making desserts that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
Sophia is all about using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to create treats that everyone will enjoy. When she’s not creating mouth-watering desserts, you can find her gardening, making new recipes, or enjoying a relaxing afternoon with her family.
Sophia Rivera
Recipe Developer & Kitchen Tips Specialist
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Education
Austin Community College
San Antonio Culinary Institute
Sophia’s passion for baking began in her family kitchen, where she spent hours experimenting with new recipes. With a background in baking and pastry arts, she loves making desserts that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
Sophia is all about using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to create treats that everyone will enjoy. When she’s not creating mouth-watering desserts, you can find her gardening, making new recipes, or enjoying a relaxing afternoon with her family.