Best 2 Buffalo Drumsticks Recipes

**Buffalo Drumsticks: A Spicy Delight for Game Day and Beyond**

Crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside, these buffalo drumsticks are coated in a tangy, spicy sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for game day gatherings, backyard barbecues, or a quick and easy weeknight dinner, these drumsticks are a crowd-pleaser that can be customized to your desired level of heat. Choose from classic buffalo sauce, a creamy ranch dressing, or a zesty blue cheese dressing to complement the savory flavors of the chicken. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is accessible to home cooks of all skill levels. So gather your friends and family, crank up the music, and prepare for a finger-licking good time with our mouthwatering buffalo drumsticks.

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BUFFALO DRUMSTICKS

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Provided by Food Network

Time 13h

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pound Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
24 medium chicken drumsticks
Neutral oil, for deep-frying
Hot sauce, such as Frank's, as needed
Melted unsalted butter, as needed
Blue cheese dressing, for serving

Steps:

Combine the yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, garlic salt, smoked paprika, black pepper and kosher salt in a large bowl and mix thoroughly. Add the drumsticks and turn to coat. Marinate overnight (at least 12 hours) in the fridge.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, place on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F.
When ready to serve, fry the drumsticks until the skin is crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Toss them with hot sauce and butter in a large bowl (use more butter than hot sauce for a mild heat and more hot sauce than butter for a spicier flavor). Serve with blue cheese dressing.

BUFFALO DRUMSTICKS

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Why should chicken wings have all the fun? ;-) personally, I don't like margarine, but if you want that really "authentic" buffalo flavor (which I always found a bit junky), replace the butter with margarine.

Provided by Kana K.

Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 lbs chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup Frank's red hot sauce
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup ranch dressing, for serving (optional)
12 carrot sticks, for serving (optional)
12 celery ribs, for serving (optional)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 dgrees. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Pat drumsticks dry.
In a large bowl, toss together drumsticks with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Place chicken on wire rack and bake until crispy and cooked through turning occasionally, 50-55 minutes. Remove from oven and preheat broiler.
Meanwhile, mix together hot sauce, minced garlic and butter. Toss legs in sauce until coated, then transfer back onto baking sheet. Broil until crispy and golden, about 2 minutes more.
Serve with ranch, carrots, and celery, (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.6, Fat 34.5, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 211.3, Sodium 715.1, Carbohydrate 0.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 44.1

Tips:

Choose the right chicken drumsticks: Look for drumsticks that are about the same size so they cook evenly. You can also use chicken thighs if you prefer.
Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of buttermilk, hot sauce, and spices helps to tenderize the chicken and gives it a delicious flavor.
Use a good quality hot sauce: The hot sauce is the key ingredient in this recipe, so make sure you use a good quality hot sauce that you enjoy. If you like things really spicy, you can add more hot sauce to the marinade or the coating.
Coat the chicken evenly: Make sure the chicken is evenly coated in the flour mixture before frying. This will help to ensure that the chicken is crispy and cooked through.
Fry the chicken in hot oil: The oil should be hot enough to fry the chicken without burning it. If the oil is not hot enough, the chicken will not cook through and will be greasy. If the oil is too hot, the chicken will burn.
Drain the chicken on paper towels: After frying, drain the chicken on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
Serve hot: Buffalo drumsticks are best served hot, with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Buffalo drumsticks are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or game day gatherings. With a few simple tips, you can make the best buffalo drumsticks at home. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give these buffalo drumsticks a try!