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Buffalo Chicken Wings

Buffalo chicken wings hold a special place in my heart — that fiery kick paired with creamy blue cheese is pure comfort. This keto-friendly version keeps all the flavor without the carbs, perfect for game day or a satisfying appetizer. I’ve perfected the method to yield crispy skin and tender meat every time.

15 min Prep time 25 min Cook time 40 min Total time 4 Servings 480 Calories
Buffalo Chicken Wings

Ingredients

  • cup vegetable oil
  • pound chicken wings
  • /2 teaspoon salt
  • /2 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • /2 cup butter
  • /2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • cup mayonnaise
  • tablespoons minced onion
  • cloves garlic, minced
  • /3 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • /2 cup sour cream
  • tablespoon lemon juice
  • tablespoon distilled white vinegar
  • /2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
  • /8 teaspoon salt
  • /8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. In a large frying pan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F. Pat the chicken wings completely dry — moisture is the enemy of crispness. Fry them in batches for about 8 minutes until golden and cooked through, then transfer to paper towels to drain. Season immediately with salt and white pepper. While the wings rest, melt the butter in a small saucepan and stir in the hot pepper sauce. Toss the fried wings in this buttery mixture until every piece is coated, then arrange them in a single layer in a baking dish. Pop them into the oven to bake for 15–20 minutes

  2. Step 2

    this extra step locks in the sauce and ensures they stay crunchy. Meanwhile, I blend the dressing: combine mayonnaise, minced onion, garlic, parsley, sour cream, lemon juice, vinegar, and crumbled blue cheese in a mixing bowl. Season with the remaining salt and black pepper, stirring until smooth. Serve the hot wings straight from the oven with the chilled dressing on the side. It’s a contrast of temperatures and flavors that never fails to impress.

Chef's Tip

For ultimate crispiness, let the fried wings rest on a wire rack instead of paper towels. I also like to reserve a little blue cheese crumble to sprinkle over the platter for visual appeal and an extra punch of flavor.

Storage Tips

Store leftover wings and dressing separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat wings in a 400°F oven for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness; avoid microwaving or they'll turn soggy.

Variation Tips

Swap the blue cheese dressing for keto ranch by replacing blue cheese with dried herbs. For boneless bites, use 1-inch chicken thigh chunks and reduce frying time to 5 minutes.

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