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A platter of crispy buffalo wings garnished with green onions next to a bowl of ranch dressing

Slow Cooker Buffalo Wings

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 lbs chicken wings, tips removed, split into flats and drumettes
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo -style hot sauce
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken wings into the slow cooker basin.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Buffalo sauce, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup of the sauce mixture and refrigerate for later use.
  • Pour the remaining sauce over the wings and toss thoroughly to coat.
  • Cover and cook on high setting for 2.5 to 3 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Preheat an oven broiler to high and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Transfer the cooked wings from the slow cooker to the prepared baking sheet using tongs, discarding excess liquid.
  • Brush the wings evenly with the reserved sauce.
  • Broil the wings 3-4 inches from the heat source for 3 to 5 minutes per side or until the skin is browned and crispy.