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Crispy Grilled Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe with Easy Spicy Tangy Sauce

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These crispy grilled buffalo chicken wings feature a smoky char and a tangy, spicy homemade buffalo sauce. Perfect for quick dinners, game day, or casual gatherings, they deliver bold flavor with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds fresh chicken wings, split at the joint and tips removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • For the spicy tangy buffalo sauce:
  • ½ cup (120ml) hot sauce (preferably Frank’s RedHot)
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
  2. Toss wings in a large bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F). Clean and lightly oil grill grates.
  4. Place wings on grill grates or in a grill basket. Cook with lid closed, flipping every 5-7 minutes for 20-25 minutes until skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. While wings grill, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper if using.
  6. Transfer grilled wings to a large bowl and toss gently with buffalo sauce to coat evenly.
  7. Serve immediately with celery sticks or blue cheese dip.

Notes

Pat wings dry thoroughly for best crispiness. Use medium-high heat to avoid burning. Flip wings frequently. Toss wings in sauce after grilling to keep skin crispy. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or olive oil. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days; reheat in oven at 400°F for 8-10 minutes to regain crispiness.

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