Alton Brown'S Buffalo Wings

1. 1

   Place a 6-quart saucepan with a steamer basket and 1-inch of water in the bottom, over high heat, cover and bring into a boil.

2. 2

   Remove the tips of the wings and discard or save for making stock. Using a sharp kitchen knife, separate the wings at the joint. Place the wings in a steamer basket, cover, reduce the heat to medium and steam for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove the wings from the basket and carefully pat dry. Lay the wings out on a cooling rack set in a half sheet pan line with paper towels and place in the refrigerator until cold.

4. 4

   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

5. 5

   Replace the paper towels with parchment paper. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes. Turn and cook another 20 minutes or until golden brown.

6. 6

   While chicken is cooking, melt the butter in a small bowl along with the garlic.

7. 7

   Transfer to a large bowl and add hot sauce and salt. Stir to combine.

8. 8

   Remove the wings from the oven and add to the bowl and toss with sauce.

9. 9

   Serve with desired condiments ie Ranch, Bleu Cheese, etc.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.