Crispy Baked Chicken Wings with Truffle Aioli

For the Buffalo Chicken Wings:

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split at joints, tips discarded

  • 2 tablespoons baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (preferably Buffalo-style)

  • Truffle oil (for finishing)

For the Truffle Blue Cheese Aioli:

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

  • 2 tablespoons sour cream

  • 1 tablespoon white truffle oil

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Chopped fresh chives for garnish

Instructions:

For the Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings:

1.      Preheat Oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2.      Pat Dry Wings:

    • Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.

3.      Coat with Baking Powder and Spices:

    • In a large bowl, combine baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss the dried chicken wings in the mixture until evenly coated.

4.      Bake until Crispy:

    • Place a wire rack on a baking sheet. Arrange the seasoned chicken wings on the rack, ensuring they are not touching. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

5.      Prepare Buffalo Sauce:

    • While the wings are baking, whisk together melted butter and hot sauce in a bowl. Adjust the ratio of butter to hot sauce to your preferred level of heat.

6.      Toss in Buffalo Sauce:

    • Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.

7.      Finish with Truffle Oil:

    • Just before serving, lightly drizzle the buffalo-coated crispy baked chicken wings with truffle oil for an extra layer of richness.

For the Truffle Blue Cheese Aioli:

1.      Prepare Aioli:

    • In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, crumbled blue cheese, sour cream, white truffle oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.

2.      Adjust Seasoning:

    • Taste the truffle blue cheese aioli and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more truffle oil or lemon juice if desired.

To Serve:

1.      Arrange Wings:

    • Arrange the buffalo-coated crispy baked chicken wings on a serving platter.

2.      Drizzle with Truffle Oil:

    • Drizzle the wings with a bit more truffle oil for a finishing touch.

3.      Serve with Aioli:

    • Serve the wings alongside the truffle blue cheese aioli. Garnish with chopped fresh chives.

Presentation Tips:

  • Present the High-End Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings on a sleek serving platter for an upscale look.

  • Garnish with additional blue cheese crumbles and fresh celery sticks for a classic touch.