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Buffalo Style Grilled Chicken wings

Buffalo-Style Grilled Chicken Wings

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Equipment

  • Grill Charcoal or Gas
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs
  • Small saucepan
  • Basting brush

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Wings

  • 2 lbs chicken wings split into drumettes and flats, tips removed
  • 1 tbsp baking powder for crispy skin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Buffalo Sauce

  • cup Frank’s RedHot sauce or your favorite hot sauce
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp honey optional, for a touch of sweetness
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

To Serve

  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • Celery and carrot sticks

Instructions
 

Prep the Wings

  1. Pat the wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss them with baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. The baking powder helps create that crispy, golden skin.
    mixing bowl containing raw chicken wings

Preheat the Grill

  1. Set up your grill for medium-high heat (around 375–400°F). Oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Grill the Wings

  1. Place the wings on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 8–10 minutes on each side, turning occasionally for even cooking and a slight char. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Make the Buffalo Sauce

  1. While the wings cook, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the hot sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until smooth.

Coat the Wings

  1. Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until fully coated.
    stainless steel mixing bowl filled with lightly charred, grilled chicken wings

Serve Immediately

  1. Plate the wings with celery, carrots, and your choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing.