Are you looking for a healthier alternative to the classic buffalo chicken wings? Look no further than this delicious recipe for homemade healthy buffalo chicken wings! Made with skinless chicken breasts and baked instead of fried, these wings are a lighter take on a beloved favorite that won’t leave you feeling guilty after indulging.

Spicy, Sweet, & Hot Chicken Wings

(8 servings) 

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs (900 g) chicken wings 
• 1½ tsp avocado oil
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• ¼ cup (60 ml) hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot if possible)
• 2 Tbsp grass-fed butter or coconut oil
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 2 tsp apple cider vinegar

Method:

Preheat your oven to 400ºF/200ºC and line a baking sheet with foil. Put a wire rack on the sheet and spray it with nonstick cooking spray.

Dry the wings and add them to a medium bowl, tossing them with the oil, baking powder, and onion and garlic powder until they are fully coated.

Place the wings on the wire rack and bake until the chicken is crispy and completely cooked (45-50 minutes).

While the chicken is baking, make the sauce. In a small pan over medium heat, simmer the hot sauce, butter, and honey and cook (stirring often) for about 5 minutes. Remove it from the heat and stir in the vinegar.

When the wings are done, place them in a large, clean bowl. Add the prepared sauce and toss to coat well. Place the wings on a platter and serve!

Tips for Perfect Buffalo Chicken Wings:

1. Pat the wings dry: To ensure that the wings are crispy, it’s essential to pat them dry with paper towels before seasoning and baking them. This will help remove excess moisture, which can prevent the skin from crisping up.
2. Bake them on a rack: For even cooking and crispiness, consider using a wire rack on top of your baking sheet. This will allow air to circulate around the wings, resulting in perfectly crispy skin.
3. Use Frank’s RedHot: Frank’s RedHot is the original hot sauce used in buffalo chicken wings and is widely considered the best. It has the perfect balance of heat and flavor that complements the wings without overpowering them.
4. Double-bake them: After the first round of baking, it’s important to dip the wings in the buffalo sauce and then bake them again. This second bake ensures that the sauce caramelizes and sticks to the wings, giving them that signature buffalo wing flavor and texture.
5. Serve with celery and blue cheese: To balance out the heat of the wings, serve them with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing. The celery provides a refreshing crunch, while the blue cheese helps cool down the spice.

Making homemade buffalo chicken wings is easier than you think, and with these tips and tricks, you can create the perfect batch every time. So, the next time you’re hosting a party or just craving some delicious wings, whip up a batch of these homemade buffalo chicken wings and watch them disappear!