Description
These Hot Wings 2 feature tender chicken drumettes baked in a buttery hot pepper sauce glaze with a touch of vinegar for extra tang. Simple, flavorful, and easy to prepare, they're the perfect choice for game-day spreads, parties, and casual entertaining.
Flavor Profile
Spicy, tangy, buttery, savory, classic Buffalo-style
Equipment Needed
Small mixing bowl
Whisk
Large baking pan
Tongs
Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
24 chicken drumettes
½ cup butter, melted
¼ cup hot pepper sauce
3 tablespoons vinegar
Paprika, for garnish
Salad dressing, for serving
Celery sticks, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, hot pepper sauce, and vinegar until fully combined.
- Dip each chicken drumette into the sauce mixture, coating thoroughly.
- Arrange the drumettes in a single layer in a large baking pan.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven.
- Lightly sprinkle the drumettes with paprika.
- Transfer to a serving platter.
- Serve hot with salad dressing and celery sticks.
Recipe Notes
Heat Adjustment Suggestions
Increase the hot pepper sauce for additional heat.
Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the sauce mixture for a spicier version.
Serve with extra hot sauce on the side.
Make-Ahead Tips
The sauce can be prepared up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated.
The drumettes may be coated and refrigerated for several hours before baking.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, and carrot sticks.
Pair with fries, onion rings, or potato wedges.
Perfect for game-day parties, tailgating events, and family gatherings.
HOT WINGS 2 (Tangy Buffalo Drumettes with Classic Heat)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, hot pepper sauce, and vinegar until fully combined.
- Dip each chicken drumette into the sauce mixture, coating thoroughly.
- Arrange the drumettes in a single layer in a large baking pan.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven.
- Lightly sprinkle the drumettes with paprika.
- Transfer to a serving platter.
- Serve hot with salad dressing and celery sticks.
Nutrition
Notes
Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the sauce mixture for a spicier version.
Serve with extra hot sauce on the side. Make-Ahead Tips The sauce can be prepared up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated.
The drumettes may be coated and refrigerated for several hours before baking. Serving Suggestions Serve with ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, and carrot sticks.
Pair with fries, onion rings, or potato wedges.
Perfect for game-day parties, tailgating events, and family gatherings.
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Inspired by traditional Buffalo-style drumettes that combine butter, hot sauce, and vinegar to create a simple yet iconic wing sauce.
Source: All Recipes
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving (based on 8 servings)
Calories: 285
Protein: 20 g
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Cholesterol: 90 mg
Sodium: 480 mg
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 0 g
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Marinate Time: None
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 24 drumettes
Difficulty: Easy
