Crispy buffalo wings coated in a tangy, spicy buffalo sauce and served with a cool, creamy homemade ranch dip make an unbeatable combination. Baked to perfection for maximum crunch without frying, these wings are perfect for game day, parties, or casual snacking. The ranch dip balances the heat with its fresh herbs and zesty garlic, elevating this classic American appetizer to new delicious heights.
Crispy Buffalo Wings with Ranch Dip
Crispy baked buffalo wings with a perfect balance of spicy tangy buffalo sauce, served with a cool, creamy homemade ranch dipping sauce. Ideal for game days or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prep Wings:
- Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper evenly.
Bake Wings:
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Arrange wings on wire rack placed over a baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then flip and bake for 20-25 more minutes until crisp and golden.
Make Buffalo Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
- Stir in hot sauce, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and optional Tabasco.
- Warm until combined, set aside.
Make Ranch Dip:
- In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, garlic, lemon juice, chives, parsley, dill, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Coat Wings:
- Toss baked wings with buffalo sauce until fully coated.
Serve:
- Serve wings hot alongside ranch dip with celery and carrot sticks.
Notes
For extra crispiness, pat wings dry and let rest uncovered in fridge overnight before baking. Adjust spice level by adding more or less hot sauce and Tabasco.
