{"id":"69e1893a-5922-41a7-971c-e3c74a91219a","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/69e1893a-5922-41a7-971c-e3c74a91219a","source_url":"https://recipeteacher.com/best-damn-baked-buffalo-chicken-legs/","title":"Best Damn Baked Buffalo Chicken Legs","description":"These baked buffalo chicken legs are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a classic tangy sauce. Perfect for game day or an easy dinner!","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT8M","cook_time":"PT40M","total_time":"PT48M","image_url":"https://recipeteacher.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Buffalo-Style-Baked-Chicken-Legs-14-225x225.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"6-8 chicken legs (about 2 lbs.)","item":"chicken legs","quantity":6,"quantity_max":8,"preparation":"about 2 lbs."},{"text":"1 tbsp baking powder","item":"baking powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp kosher salt","item":"kosher salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tsp garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tsp onion powder","item":"onion powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tsp paprika","item":"paprika","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp black pepper","item":"black pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp chili powder","item":"chili powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp olive oil","item":"olive oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot (or preferred hot sauce)","item":"Frank’s RedHot","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or preferred hot sauce"},{"text":"3 tbsp unsalted butter","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tsp Worcestershire sauce","item":"Worcestershire sauce","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tsp honey","item":"honey","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil."},{"number":2,"text":"Pat the chicken dry with paper towels."},{"number":3,"text":"In a large bowl or zip-top bag, toss the chicken with oil, then add the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, chili powder until evenly coated."},{"number":4,"text":"Arrange the chicken on the sheet pan in a single layer."},{"number":5,"text":"Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and cooked through (internal temp should be at least 165°F but is best around 185°F)."},{"number":6,"text":"While the chicken bakes, heat the hot sauce, butter, Worcestershire sauce, honey, and garlic powder in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth, only about 2-3 minutes."},{"number":7,"text":"When chicken is done in the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then toss the baked chicken in the Buffalo sauce until well coated."},{"number":8,"text":"Optional: For a final touch of crispiness, broil the chicken legs for 2-3 minutes."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:54:40.363537+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:54:40.363537+00:00"}