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Baked Buffalo Wings

These baked buffalo wings deliver everything you love about classic wings without the mess of deep frying. The skin turns crispy in the oven while the inside stays tender and juicy. Tossed in a rich, tangy buffalo sauce made with ghee and hot sauce, they come out bold, spicy, and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for game day spreads, casual gatherings, or whenever you are craving restaurant-style wings at home.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2½ pounds chicken wings split into flats and drumettes
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • ½ cup Frank’s Original RedHot sauce
  • ¼ cup ghee

Optional for serving:

  • Celery sticks
  • Carrot sticks
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing

Instructions

Prepare the Wings

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
  • Pat the chicken wings very dry with paper towels to help them crisp.
  • In a large bowl, toss the wings with avocado oil, salt, and garlic powder until evenly coated.

Bake Until Crispy

  • Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, skin side up.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, or until the skin is golden and starting to crisp.

Make the Buffalo Sauce

  • During the last 10 minutes of baking, combine the ghee and hot sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
  • Whisk until fully blended and smooth, then remove from heat.

Sauce and Finish Baking

  • Transfer the hot wings to a large bowl and toss with some of the buffalo sauce until coated.
  • Return the wings to the wire rack and bake for 5 minutes.
  • Toss them in sauce again and bake for another 5 minutes to build a sticky, flavorful coating.

Serve

  • Serve the wings hot with the remaining buffalo sauce on the side, along with celery, carrots, and your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Extra crispy wings: For even crispier skin, you can let the wings sit uncovered in the refrigerator for a few hours before baking to dry the surface further.
Sauce control: If you prefer less heat, increase the ghee slightly to mellow the spiciness of the hot sauce.
Air fryer option: These wings can also be cooked in an air fryer at 380°F for about 20–25 minutes, shaking halfway through, then tossed in sauce.
Reheating: Reheat leftover wings in a hot oven or air fryer to bring back their crisp texture.
Flavor variations: Try adding a touch of honey, smoked paprika, or cayenne to the sauce for a different flavor profile.