This is a great alternative to the classic all-time favorite buffalo wings appetizer. These wings are baked instead of fried, which helps cut down on some of the extra fat and calories. For an even lighter version, you can remove the skin before cooking and dip the wings in the sauce when serving. That is also why I like to make extra sauce—there is always plenty for dipping. If you prefer your wings extra spicy, add a little cayenne pepper to the marinade for more heat. Use the structured ingredient and direction fields below for cooking. The recipe source is Delights of Culinaria.
- Step 1
For the blue cheese yogurt dip, combine the yogurt, green onions, red onion, crumbled blue cheese, salt, and fresh cracked pepper in a medium bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Step 2
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Step 3
For the wing marinade, combine the buttermilk, flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and optional seasoning salt.
- Step 4
Add the chicken wings to the marinade and mix well until all of the pieces are evenly coated.
- Step 5
Arrange the wings on a baking or cooling rack set over a baking pan. Add a little water to the bottom of the pan.
- Step 6
Bake the wings for 30 minutes.
- Step 7
Turn the wings over and return them to the oven for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
- Step 8
Meanwhile, heat the butter and Frank's hot sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Stir to combine.
- Step 9
Remove the wings from the rack, place them in a large bowl, and toss thoroughly with the hot sauce mixture.
- Step 10
Serve the baked buffalo wings with celery and the blue cheese yogurt dip. Serve extra buffalo sauce on the side if desired.
- Calories:560 kcal28%
- Protein:38 g76%
- Carbohydrates:14 g5%
- Sugar:4 g4%
- Salt:3.0 g50%
- Energy:2,343 kJ28%
- Fat:38 g54%
