Baked Buffalo Drumsticks

Prep Time: One hours (about 15 mins hands-on time)

Meal Notes: I’ve tried at least half a dozen baked buffalo chicken recipes over the years, all with soggy, disappointing results- until now! These are the real deal: crispy and tangy, with just a hint of sweetness and way fewer calories than you’d get from ordering the fried version at a bar. Serve with your favorite potato recipe and a side of slaw.

Source: Dinner at the Zoo

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds drumsticks or wings

  • 1 Tablespoon baking powder (the secret ingredients to keep your chicken crispy!)

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/2 cup Frank’s Red Hot Sauce*

  • 4 Tablespoons butter, melted

  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving (optional)

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven: 400 degrees F

  • Prep the baking sheet: line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a rack over the top of it.

  • Prep drumsticks: Place the drumsticks in a bowl. Add the baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss to coat the drumsticks evenly in the mixture.

  • Bake drumsticks: Bake the drumsticks for 45 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.

  • Make sauce: While the chicken bakes, combine the melted butter, buffalo sauce, and honey in a bowl.

  • Finish drumsticks: Using tongs, dip the baked drumsticks in the sauce, thoroughly coating each one. Serve any remaining sauce on the side.

*Do I really have to buy this specific brand? You don’t have to do anything, but, in my experience trying a few different brands, Frank’s will give you by far the best results.

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