Blazin Buttermilk Wings Recipes

CRISPY CHICKEN WINGS

Steps:

• Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings. Scatter the wings in a single layer in a shallow pan or bowl. Mix together the buttermilk and hot sauce in a large bowl and pour over the top of the chicken wings to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 5 hours.
• Using a deep-fryer or a large heavy-bottomed pot heat enough oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot.
• Combine the flour with seasonings in a large plastic bag. Coat the chicken wings by tossing them in the bag and shaking off the excess. Fry the wings in batches until chicken is golden brown very crispy and cooked completely through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain on a paper town lined sheet pan and season with salt and pepper, if desired, while wings are hot. Transfer to a serving platter and serve.

BLAZIN' BUTTERMILK WINGS

Steps:

• 1. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, wing seasoning and hot pepper sauce. Add wings; toss to coat. Cover in a plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator at least 3 hours, preferably overnight. 2. Set up grill for direct cooking over medium-high heat (see page 19). Oil grate when ready to start cooking. 3. Remove wings from refrigerator; let stand at room temperature about 30 minutes. Remove from marinade; discard marinade. 4. Place on hot, oiled grill. Cook for 12 to 18 minutes or until cooked through, turning occasionally. 5. Serve with bleu cheese dressing, celery sticks and cucumber slices.
• Excerpted from the book, Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Grilling, by Sandra Lee Copyright 2006 SLSH Enterprises, Inc.

HOT AND STICKY WINGS

Steps:

• Light broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; set aside. Rinse wings with cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place wings on baking sheet skin-side up. Broil wings for 8 to 10 minutes while preparing sauce. NOTE: this step can be omitted, but produces a better tasting wing.
• Place wings in the crock of 4 quart slow cooker. In a bowl, stir to combine remaining ingredients. Pour over wings and stir to coat. Place lid on slow cooker and cook on high setting for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours.

BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN WINGS

Steps:

• Combine onion, garlic, hot sauce, salt, and 2 teaspoons black pepper in a large bowl. Add the cold buttermilk and stir to dissolve. Snip the wing tips with kitchen shears if desired. Add the chicken wings and be sure they are all coated well in buttermilk. Cover the bowl and chill for at least 2 hours, or up to 4 hours.
• Prepare the seasoned flour by whisking together flour, kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, black pepper, oregano, cayenne, baking powder, sage, and dry mustard. Drain off excess buttermilk and dredge the wings in the flour. Place each batch of dredged wings on a wire rack as you go.
• Let wings sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat peanut oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Carefully drop the chicken wings into the hot oil, 4 or 5 at a time. Fry until golden, crisp, and no longer pink in the centers, about 5 minutes. Drain excess oil from wings on paper towels and lightly season with a pinch of salt while still hot. Continue with remaining wings.