Recently, I stumbled upon a revelation that’s a bit hard to fathom – there are people out there who secretly harbor a dislike for the quintessential Thanksgiving turkey. Some even go so far as to deem it dry, relying on gravy as the saving grace. But fear not, if you or someone dear to you finds this traditional dish lacking in excitement, consider indulging in colossal, flavorful Buffalo wings. In a year marked by complexity, it’s an opportune moment to cherish the traditions close to our hearts and, simultaneously, hit pause on those that don’t quite resonate. Let’s craft the dinner we truly desire, and let’s make plenty of it.
When it comes to these wings, the journey begins with a slow and moist roasting process to tenderize the meat, followed by a surge in heat to achieve that delectable crispiness on the skin. The inevitable climax involves melting a stick of butter and merging it with an ample amount of hot sauce (Frank’s is a widely embraced choice for this culinary escapade). The grand finale takes place in a generously sized bowl, where the wings are tossed in this tantalizing sauce, beckoning the need for a bib.
| Servings | Total | CALORIES |
| 8 | 1hr 45mins | 398 per serving |
Ingredients
For the Wings:
- 6 to 8 turkey wing halves, flats, or drumettes (or a combination)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup water
- 4 ounces (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup vinegary hot sauce (such as Frank’s)
For Serving:
- 1 cup blue cheese dressing or ranch dressing
- Carrot sticks
- Celery sticks
Steps to Make It
- Gather the ingredients and preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Line up the wings on a baking pan fitted with a rack, then generously season them with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Introduce a cup of water into the equation, cover the pan, and roast until the meat achieves a fork-tender state without falling apart, which usually takes about 1 1/2 hours.
- Uncover the wings, escalate the oven temperature to 450 F, and continue roasting until the skin attains a firm and crispy texture, approximately 15 more minutes.
- Meanwhile, concoct the sauce by melting a stick of butter in a pan over medium heat, then introducing the hot sauce. Transfer the resulting concoction to a capacious bowl.
- Retrieve the wings from the oven and coat them generously with the sauce in the bowl. Serve the wings accompanied by blue cheese or ranch dressing, along with carrot and celery sticks. Relish the feast!
Tasty Buffalo Turkey Wings Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 turkey wing halves, flats, or drumettes (or a combination)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup water
- 4 ounces (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup vinegary hot sauce (such as Frank's)
- 1 cup blue cheese dressing or ranch dressing
- Carrot sticks
- Celery sticks
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients and preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Line up the wings on a baking pan fitted with a rack, then generously season them with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Introduce a cup of water into the equation, cover the pan, and roast until the meat achieves a fork-tender state without falling apart, which usually takes about 1 1/2 hours.
- Uncover the wings, escalate the oven temperature to 450 F, and continue roasting until the skin attains a firm and crispy texture, approximately 15 more minutes.
- Meanwhile, concoct the sauce by melting a stick of butter in a pan over medium heat, then introducing the hot sauce. Transfer the resulting concoction to a capacious bowl.
- Retrieve the wings from the oven and coat them generously with the sauce in the bowl. Serve the wings accompanied by blue cheese or ranch dressing, along with carrot and celery sticks. Relish the feast!
I hope you find this Recipe informative. If you have any further questions or need any adjustments, please feel free to let me know!