Buffalo wings Buffalo wings, chicken wings coated in a vinegar-and-cayenne hot pepper sauce mixed with butter. (more) Why Are Chicken Wings Called Buffalo Wings? Ask the Chatbot a Question More Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/Why-Are-Chicken-Wings-Called-Buffalo-Wings Feedback Corrections? Updates? Omissions? Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Feedback Type Select a type (Required) Factual Correction Spelling/Grammar Correction Link Correction Additional Information Other Your Feedback Submit Feedback Thank you for your feedback Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article.

　　External Websites Ask the Chatbot a Question Written by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree.... The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Sep 5, 2025 • Article History Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot Chicken wings are called Buffalo wings because they were invented in Buffalo, New York. Buffalo wings have become a staple in U.S. cuisine, especially as a popular bar food and appetizer. They are traditionally served with celery and a blue cheese dipping sauce, which helps to cool the palate after the spicy kick of the Buffalo wings. This serving style has become synonymous with the dish. The name “Buffalo wings” has become so ingrained in American food culture that it is often used to describe any unbreaded chicken wing dish that is prepared in a similar style, regardless of where ...(100 of 129 words)

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