Creamy Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe: Tangy Sauce & Crispy Skin

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These creamy Buffalo wings were fantastic — they vanished quickly. This recipe is a simple twist on the classic Buffalo wing: all the familiar spicy heat but with a richer, creamier sauce. The result is irresistibly tasty and perfect for finger food.

Creamy Buffalo Wings

I cooked these on a Vortex insert in my Weber Performer grill. The Vortex focuses charcoal heat into a ring that you surround with the wings, producing crisp, flavorful wings in about 30 minutes. I let the wings cool only slightly, then tossed them with the creamy Buffalo sauce — and then proceeded to eat far too many. You’ll understand why once you try them.

I store homemade sauces in squeeze bottles. If refrigerated, let the sauce sit for 30–60 minutes to come to room temperature before using. Cold sauce on hot food doesn’t give the best texture or flavor.

Also try my Buffalo supreme wings — another excellent take on the classic recipe.

Creamy Buffalo Wings

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Creamy Buffalo Wings

These creamy Buffalo wings combine classic spicy Buffalo flavor with a smooth, tangy sauce for a very satisfying appetizer.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Buffalo wings, creamy
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 393kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

For the wings

  • 3-4 pounds chicken wings flats and drumettes separated, tips discarded or saved for broth
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Your favorite wing seasoning I used a spicy poultry rub

For the sauce

  • 3 tablespoons Frank’s RedHot Buffalo wing sauce
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar

Instructions

For the wings

  • Place wings into a large resealable bag.
  • Add the oil and toss to coat.
  • Add the seasoning rub, toss to coat, and seal the bag.
  • Refrigerate for 1–3 hours to let the flavors develop.
  • Cook the wings however you prefer — grill, smoker, deep fryer, or oven — until crisp and cooked through.
  • When the wings are done, place them in a large bowl, add the sauce, toss to coat, and serve immediately.

For the sauce

  • Whisk all sauce ingredients together until smooth and well combined.

Notes

Make extra sauce for dipping, or serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.