Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe
These Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Wings offer a perfect combination of tender, flavorful chicken cooked low and slow in a rich buffalo sauce, then optionally crisped under the broiler for that classic wing texture. Ideal for game day or casual gatherings, this recipe is both easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying with traditional spicy, buttery Buffalo flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 cup hot pepper sauce (e.g., Frank’s)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Chicken
- 2 pounds chicken wing sections, fresh or frozen
Instructions
- Prepare the Buffalo Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the hot pepper sauce, unsalted butter, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir occasionally until the butter has completely melted and the sauce is well combined. This ensures a rich and flavorful sauce to coat the wings.
- Coat the Chicken Wings: Place the chicken wing sections into the Crockpot. Pour the prepared buffalo sauce over the wings, then gently stir or toss to ensure all the wings are evenly coated with the sauce for uniform flavor.
- Cook in Crockpot: Cover the Crockpot with its lid and cook the wings on low heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. This slow cooking method infuses the wings with the sauce and makes them juicy.
- Crisp the Wings (Optional): To achieve crispy skin, transfer the cooked wings onto a baking sheet lined with foil. Place under the broiler and cook for 2 to 4 minutes per side, watching closely to ensure they become golden and crisp without burning.
- Serve: Serve the wings hot with your choice of side dishes such as celery sticks, ranch dressing, or coleslaw, making for a classic Buffalo wing presentation and pairing.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen chicken wings; just ensure frozen wings are properly defrosted before cooking for best results.
- Broiling for crispiness is optional but highly recommended to add texture contrast to the tender wings.
- Adjust the hot pepper sauce quantity if you prefer milder or spicier wings.
- For an even richer sauce, consider melting the butter slowly on low heat to prevent separation.
- The wings can be cooked in advance and reheated under the broiler to refresh crispiness before serving.
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