Cholula Caliente Wings

These Cholula Caliente wings are something special. Traditional Buffalo wing sauce needed a south-of-the-border twist, and this is it. Nicely spicy, it has a great combination of peppers that make for one of the best tasting sauces I’ve had. If you’re a fan of Cholula’s hot sauce, you’ll be an even bigger fan of this wing sauce.

Cholula Caliente Wings

A Great Tasting Sauce

It’d be an understatement to say I’m a big lover of Cholula’s Caliente wing sauce. Ditto their other wing sauce that I’ve tried, Cholula Mexicali. And like any Cholula sauce, wing or hot, it’s good on just about anything. Like nachos. Or tacos. You name it. I don’t use it sparingly, I load up and then I add some more. No such thing as too much of this sauce.

And, according to my wife, the bottle is pretty.

Remember that if you have to refrigerate your open bottle of wing sauce to let it sit out on the counter for at least 30 minutes before using. You don’t want to ‘shock’ hot, just-cooked wings with a cold sauce.

You’ll also want to make some Cholula Mexicali wings!

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Cholula Caliente Wings
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Cholula Caliente Wings

No point in using this sauce sparingly. Load up!
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: spicy, wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 503kcal

Ingredients

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 503kcal | Protein: 42g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 354mg | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Frank’s RedHot Garlic Buffalo Wings

I want to personally thank everyone that had anything at all to do with Frank’s RedHot Garlic Buffalo wing sauce. From the ingredients, to the packaging, to getting it on my grocery store’s shelves, you’re all heroes! Ok, so maybe that’s a bit much, but I’m a huge garlic fan and oh boy does this sauce ever pack in the garlic flavor. All in a (of course) a fantastic traditional Buffalo sauce. I cannot get enough of this. There’s no lack of flavor (and a bit of heat) here.

Frank's RedHot Garlic Buffalo Wings

Garlic. And Lots of It.

This is the part where I stress how much garlic flavor is in Frank’s RedHot Garlic Buffalo wing sauce. Or I was going to. But why? You’re here because you were looking for a garlic wing sauce. You didn’t Google ‘I want a lame, flavorless sauce’ to get here. Or at least I hope you didn’t! No, you’re here for the same reason as I am: to celebrate great garlic and Buffalo flavors on wings!

Also try some Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch dry wings! They’re great too!

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Frank's RedHot Garlic Buffalo Wings
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Frank’s RedHot Garlic Buffalo Wings

Great garlic flavor and lots of it!
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Buffalo wings, garlic
Servings: 6
Calories: 503kcal

Ingredients

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 503kcal | Protein: 42g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 354mg | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Croix Valley Hickory Barbecue Dry Wings

My wife said that her first bite of these Croix Valley Hickory Barbecue Dry Wings made her think of her favorite BBQ potato chips. There’s no mistaking the fantastic flavor of this seasoning. It’s really good and very well balanced. If you’re looking for the flavor of BBQ chicken (or really good BBQ chips!) you’re in luck. We both enjoyed the heck out of these wings.

Croix Valley Hickory Barbecue Dry Wings

Great BBQ Flavor

I keep my Croix Valley hickory barbecue dry wings simple. I cook them first, and usually without any seasoning on them. I’ll add a bit of salt if I’m cooking them on a deep fryer or grill. But, I don’t add anything else, specially not something that might burn (like seasonings that contain sugar).

Dry Wings Are A Favorite

After the wings are done, and while they’re still hot and a bit oily, I toss them in seasoning. That’s when the wings and the seasoning are going to come together the best. If you wait until the wings cool the seasoning won’t stick as well. Also, make sure you use a quality seasoning.

Also try Croix Valley garlic ginger teriyaki wings.

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Croix Valley Hickory Barbecue Dry Wings
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Croix Valley Hickory Barbecue Dry Wings

I like to keep my dry wings simple.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dry wings, wing dust, wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 503kcal

Ingredients

Notes

I prefer to season my wings immediately after cooking them. The seasoning will stick to the surface of the hot wings better than if you wait until they cool off.

Nutrition

Calories: 503kcal | Protein: 42g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 354mg | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Hooter’s 3 Mile Island Wings

This is it. The pinnacle of wings from a chain restaurant, Hooter’s 3 Mile Island wings. But made at home with little fuss and tons of reward. Yeah, they’re spicy. They’re mighty spicy in fact. But tasty too. Heat and tasty are a good thing. Lightly breaded and fried in no time, these are definitely one of my favorite wings of all time.

Hooter's 3 Mile Island Wings

Buckle Up, It’s Going To Be A Spicy Ride

For me, these wings have just the right amount of heat. I mean heck yeah, they’re spicy. If you’re not really into that kick, you can make Hooter’s traditional hot wings at home too. Same great flavor without all the heat.

Get online now and order some Hooter’s 3 Mile Island wing sauce.

Remember that if you have to refrigerate your open bottle of wing sauce to let it sit out on the counter for at least 30 minutes before using. You don’t want to ‘shock’ hot, just-cooked wings with a cold sauce.

Also try some Hooter’s hot wings!

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Hooter's 3 Mile Island Wings
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Hooter’s 3 Mile Island Wings

Yeah, they're spicy!
Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: very spicy, wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 537kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the wings

Instructions

  • Place wings in a large resealable container or baggie.
  • Add half the bag of breading. Seal and shake vigorously to coat the wings. Add more breading if needed to ensure that the wings are well coated.
  • Place the wings in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Add enough oil to a deep fryer or Dutch oven to cook the wings. Bring to 350 F.
  • Working in batches if needed, fry the wings 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Transfer the wings to a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack to drain while cooking the remaining wings.
  • Transfer wings to a resealable container and add half a jar of the wing sauce.
  • Serve with dressing and carrots and celery.

Notes

Note: If your wing sauce is refrigerated, place into a microwavable bowl and microwave for 20 seconds to melt.

Nutrition

Calories: 537kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 357mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 409IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Hooter’s Hot Wings

This is what wings are all about. These Hooter’s hot wings (deep fried as they should be!) are as close to the real thing as you can get. Lightly crunchy, super tasty breading. Nicely spicy Buffalo wing sauce. No pain here, just great hot wings. This is not a copycat recipe. These wings are made with the same breading and sauce you can order online or pick up in the retail section at any Hooter’s. Get some, make these wings, and be happy!

Hooter's Hot Wings

Beyond Great

I fry up my Hooter’s hot wings 6 or so at a time in a Fry Daddy fryer. It makes perfect wings. Only downside is you can’t select the cook temperature, so I end up cooking my wings a bit longer since the oil is around 325 F. Still it makes for great wings in no time with a lot less oil than if I’d used my big restaurant-style fryer!

If you like to serve your Hooter’s Hot wings with carrots and celery on the side, I recommend that you take a vegetable peeler to remove the outer strings. The celery is oh so much more tender without those pesky things!

Also try some Hooter’s medium wings for a little less heat!

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Hooter's Hot Wings
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Hooter’s Hot Wings

No pain here, just great hot wings.
Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Buffalo wings, wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 537kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the wings

Instructions

  • Place wings in a large resealable container or baggie.
  • Add half the bag of breading. Seal and shake vigorously to coat the wings. Add more breading if needed to ensure that the wings are well coated.
  • Place the wings in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Add enough oil to a deep fryer or Dutch oven to cook the wings. Bring to 350 F.
  • Working in batches if needed, fry the wings 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Transfer the wings to a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack to drain while cooking the remaining wings.
  • Transfer wings to a resealable container and add half a jar of the wing sauce.
  • Serve with dressing and carrots and celery.

Notes

Note: If your wing sauce is refrigerated, place into a microwavable bowl and microwave for 20 seconds to melt.

Nutrition

Calories: 537kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 357mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 409IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Croix Valley Pineapple Habanero Wings

I checked. It’s actually legal in all 50 states to drink a wing sauce directly from the bottle. You’ll want to, too, when you get a taste of Croix Valley Pineapple Habanero wings. The fine folks at Croix Valley way out-did themselves this time, and that’s saying a lot because they make a bunch of great sauces and seasonings. Slightly sweet, with a nice slow spicy burn, this sauce reminds me a bit of a Asian chili sauce, but fruit-based instead. It’s so good I put more sauce on the side for dipping my already-sauced wings.

Croix Valley Pineapple Habanero Wings

Pineapple Sweetness with a Bit of Heat

Croix Valley Pineapple Habanero wing sauce is delicious on a whole heck of a lot more than ‘just’ wings, too. Shrimp, grilled or deep-fried, are big winners when tossed in it. Chicken nuggets too! And the pineapple sweetness really shines on anything pork, specially grilled or smoked pork ribs. And yeah, it’s great straight out of the bottle too!

Also try some Croix Valley tequila lime wings.

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Croix Valley Pineapple Habanero Wings
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Croix Valley Pineapple Habanero Wings

This is one fantastic sauce!
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sweet heat, wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 730kcal

Ingredients

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 730kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 195mg | Potassium: 418mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 532IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Crystal Hot Wings

I’ve been a fan of Crystal Hot Sauce since the moment I first tasted it. It’s such an incredibly tasty hot sauce. I was waiting for the fine folks to come out with a wing sauce version of their famous sauce. Heck, while I was waiting I made a Buffalo wing sauce based on their hot sauce while I was waiting. Well, the wait is over, Crystal Pure Louisiana Original Hot Wing Sauce is here. Now I can enjoy Crystal Hot Wings any time, in minutes. This is the wing sauce dreams are made of. Just the right heat. And the most incredible aged cayenne pepper flavor around. I love these wings.

Crystal Hot Wings

Nothing But Great Taste In Every Bite

Crystal Hot wings are 100% about flavor. Great flavor. You may find yourself like me: wanting to devour the wings in front of you. But resist. Go slow. Enjoy each and every tasty bite. You’ll be so glad you did. These wings are a wonderful take on traditional Buffalo wings.

got a bottle of Crystal hot sauce? Make some Crystal hot sauce Buffalo wings.

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Crystal Hot Wings
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Crystal Hot Wings

Crystal Hot Wings are 100% about flavor.
Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: hot sauce, wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 537kcal

Ingredients

For the wings

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 537kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 357mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 409IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Buffalo Wild Wings Sweet BBQ Wings

Sometimes BBQ-flavored wing sauces are too sweet for me. Or too BBQ-y. Not Buffalo Wild Wings Sweet BBQ wing sauce. I thought that this sauce was a spot-on BBQ sauce. Not only great on wings, either. I’d put this sauce on burgers, ribs, smoked chicken and even my crazy yummy pulled pork.

Buffalo Wild Wings Sweet BBQ Wings

Outdoor BBQ Flavor on Wings

One of the nice things about Buffalo Wild Wings Sweet BBQ wing sauce, besides the great taste, is the consistency. This sauce isn’t too thin, so you don’t have to worry about it running off your wings or whatever you have it slathered on. No one wants a sauce lake on their plate. And it’s not too thick. No one wants gloppy sauce that can also be used as spackle. Nope, this sauce is just right.

Remember that if you have to refrigerate your open bottle of wing sauce to let it sit out on the counter for at least 30 minutes before using. You don’t want to ‘shock’ hot, just-cooked wings with a cold sauce.

Need some heat? Try Buffalo Wild Wing’s Nashville hot wings!

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Buffalo Wild Wings Sweet BBQ Wings
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Buffalo Wild Wings Sweet BBQ Wings

This sauce isn't too thin, so you don't have to worry about it running off your wings or whatever you have it slathered on.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: barbecue, BBQ, sweet wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 503kcal

Ingredients

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 503kcal | Protein: 42g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 354mg | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Torchbearer Pineapple Papaya BBQ Sauce Wings

When I first came across Torchbearer’s Pineapple Papaya BBQ sauce, I immediately thought chicken wings. The thought of a slightly spicy, somewhat fruity sauce on wings sounded like a brilliant idea. And it proved to be exactly that, too. I found the sauce be just a bit fruity, and bit a sweet, with a bit of heat. Exactly what I was hoping for, be it on wings or smoked ribs or grilled chicken.

Torchbearer Pineapple Papaya BBQ Wings

Fruity Sweet Heat

Don’t just grab one bottle of the sauce. The bottles aren’t particularly big, and you’ll definitely want to keep some on hand at all times!

Torchbearer Pineapple Papaya BBQ sauce is the perfect consistency, no matter what you’re going to slather it on or toss it with. You’ll find yourself licking your fingers. A lot. It’s different, and it’s delicious.

Remember that if you have to refrigerate your open bottle of wing sauce to let it sit out on the counter for at least 30 minutes before using. You don’t want to ‘shock’ hot, just-cooked wings with a cold sauce.

Also try Torchbearer’s Buffalo wings.

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Torchbearer Pineapple Papaya BBQ Wings
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Torchbearer Pineapple Papaya BBQ Sauce Wings

This sauce is just a bit fruity, and bit a sweet, with a bit spicy.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fruity, wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 503kcal

Ingredients

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 503kcal | Protein: 42g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 354mg | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.

Texas Pete’s Fiery Sweet Wings

If you’ve got friends that want just a bit of heat and a good bit of sweet, then Texas Pete’s Fiery Sweet wing sauce is exactly what you are looking for. This is a stick-to-your-wings thicker sauce, almost BBQ sauce-like in thickness and taste. It’s mild in the spicy department, but I found it to be quite nice even though I usually prefer more heat. It’s pretty sweet, which is a welcome change from those vinegary Buffalo wings you might be used to having.

Texas Pete's Fiery Sweet Wings

Sweet Heat Goodness

Texas Pete’s Fiery Sweet wing sauce is great for much more than wings. It makes for a fantastic dipping sauce for chicken nuggets. And it’s a great substitute for BBQ sauce, too. Slather it on some grilled ribs or chicken. Or burgers! Yummy!

Also try Texas Pete’s extra mild Buffalo wings.

Remember that if you have to refrigerate your open bottle of wing sauce to let it sit out on the counter for at least 30 minutes before using. You don’t want to ‘shock’ hot, just-cooked wings with a cold sauce.

Check out my always-growing list of over 200 favorite store-bought wing sauces and seasonings!

Texas Pete's Fiery Sweet Wings
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Texas Pete’s Fiery Sweet Wings

This is a stick-to-your-wings thicker sauce, almost BBQ sauce-y in thickness and taste.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: spicy, sweet, wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 503kcal

Ingredients

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 503kcal | Protein: 42g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 354mg | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate and will not include any store-bought wing sauce or seasoning nutritional values.