Keto Buffalo Wings
Crispy oven-baked chicken wings tossed in a tangy butter hot sauce, with just 1.2g net carbs per serving. Ready in about 55 minutes total, these zero-breading wings deliver maximum crunch and heat without the flour, making them the perfect keto game-day snack.
Head of Nutrition · June 17, 2026
Nutrition per serving
Per serving · makes 4. Values are estimates; brands vary.
These oven-baked buffalo wings get shatteringly crisp skin without a speck of flour, then get tossed in a classic tangy butter-hot-sauce glaze. At just 1.2g net carbs per serving, they're the ultimate keto game-day snack.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
- 1 tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free, not baking soda)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot Original sauce
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce (sugar-free)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F and set a wire rack over a foil-lined baking sheet. Pat the wings completely dry with paper towels — dry skin is the key to crisp wings.
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Arrange in a single layer on the wire rack, skin side up.
- 3
Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping once halfway, until the skin is deeply golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 4
While the wings bake, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Whisk in the hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire until smooth and glossy. Keep warm.
- 5
Transfer the hot wings to a clean large bowl, pour over the buffalo sauce, and toss until every wing is fully coated.
- 6
Serve immediately with celery sticks and a keto blue cheese or ranch dip.
Tips & notes
- Baking powder (not baking soda) raises the skin's pH so it browns and crisps like deep-fried — don't skip it, and make sure it's aluminum-free to avoid a metallic taste.
- For extra heat, add 1/4 tsp cayenne to the sauce. For milder wings, increase the butter to 5 tbsp to mellow the vinegar bite.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Re-crisp in a 400°F oven or air fryer for 6-8 minutes rather than microwaving.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in keto buffalo wings?
- Each serving has just 1.2g net carbs (1.5g total carbs minus 0.3g fiber), along with 462 calories, 31g protein, and 36g fat. This recipe makes 4 servings from 2 lbs of wings.
- Why use baking powder on the wings?
- Baking powder is the secret to crispy oven-baked wings. It raises the skin's pH, which helps it brown and crisp up like deep-fried wings — with zero added carbs. Be sure to use aluminum-free baking powder, not baking soda, which would taste soapy.
- Is Frank's RedHot keto-friendly?
- Yes. Frank's RedHot Original contains essentially no sugar and under 1g carb per serving, making it ideal for keto. Always check the label and avoid honey, barbecue, or 'sweet heat' variations, which add sugar and carbs.
