Prepared Barbecued Buffalo-Style Chicken Wings
Grilling some smokin' Buffalo Wings? Soak 'em in a buttermilk marinade spiked with garlic powder and hot sauce, then slather 'em in a mouthwatering, spicy butter mix when they're done. Give these bad boys a try plain, or enjoy with a helping of creamy Blue Cheese Dressing on the side - we swear by it! If you're feeling fancy, whip up a batch of our Long Island Iced Tea to wash 'em down. For an oven-friendly version, check out our Easy Baked Buffalo Wings recipe.
What's on the shopping list: A tasty take on these wings relies on a kick from your choice of hot sauce. Appreciate the medium spiciness provided by brands like Frank's RedHot or Crystal, or go the extra mile with something hotter if that suits your fancy.
- Servings: 6-8 as a starter
- Difficulty: Easy Peasy
- Total Time: Approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients (8)
- 1 ½ cups (12 ounces) hot sauce of your fancy
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 pounds chicken wings, cut in 2 and go wing tips bye-bye
- A little vegetable oil to coat the grill
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, warmed to a liquid state
- Your Blue Cheese Dressing and celery sticks for serving (optional)
Directions
- In a large ziplock bag, combine 1 cup hot sauce, buttermilk, and garlic powder. Add the wings, seal the bag, press out excess air, and let 'em soak in the fridge for at least 2 hours or up to 12 hours. Give 'em a shake every now and then to help the flavors meld.
- Ready your outdoor grill to cook on medium-high heat (approx. 375°F to 425°F). Oil the grill with several layers of paper towels dipped in veggie oil using tongs. Shake the excess marinade off the wings and discard it. Position your wings on the grate, ensuring they're not too close and let 'em cook, flipping 'em occasionally with tongs, until they're no longer raw in the center and the skin sports a few char marks - about 25 minutes total.
- As the wings reach their near end, mix the remaining 1/2 cup of hot sauce and melted butter in a large bowl and set it aside to let the Butter-Hot-Love mixture develop. Toss the cooked wings in this magical goodness, then proudly serve them, perhaps with the blue cheese dressing and celery on the side, if you dare.
Wanna learn more? Pairing these grilled Buffalo wings with a creamy Blue Cheese Dressing can work wonders. Check out the detailed recipe below to create a perfectly tangy and rich dipping sauce that complements the spicy buffalo sauce flawlessly:
Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe
Ingredients:
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Sour cream
- ¼ cup Buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove Garlic, minced (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
- ½ cup Blue cheese, crumbled (try Gorgonzola or Roquefort for a more intense flavor, yum!)
Instructions:
- Combine the mayo, sour cream, and buttermilk in a mixing bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Add the white wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic (if using), salt, and black pepper. Give it a good mix.
- Fold in the crumbled blue cheese, either leaving it chunky or blending it halfway for a smoother consistency – depends on your preference.
- Chill the dressing in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Tips:
- Adjust the consistency: Thin out the dressing with a touch more buttermilk or water if it gets too thick.
- The higher the quality of the blue cheese, the tastier your dressing: Go for a fancier blue cheese for optimal flavor.
- Achieve your desired texture: Fold in more crumbled blue cheese after blending half of it with the base for a chunkier texture, or blend all ingredients except the blue cheese crumbles, and fold in the crumbles for a smoother consistency.
- For an outstanding Buffalo Wings experience, consider making the Blue Cheese Dressing recipe given below to serve on the side.
- As you prepare the marinade for the grilled Buffalo Wings, remember to use a hot sauce of your preference, such as Frank's RedHot or Crystal, for an optimal taste.
- In the written instructions, you'll notice that the wings are left to soak in the marinade for at least 2 hours, but if you have the time, feel free to let them marinate for up to 12 hours for an even more flavorful result.
- To ensure your buffalo wings are not just deliciously spicy but also nutritious, consider categorizing the recipe under the 'Healthy Eats' section, as it fits well there, along with the uncategorized and recipes sections.
