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Do you love BW3 (Buffalo Wild Wings) as much as we do? Check out ourCrock Pot Chicken Wings – BW3 Copycat recipe that holds us over until the next time we get to visit our favorite wing restaurant.These are a great low carb game day food or party appetizer.

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Cris here. It was a sweet, sweet day when my family figured out that we could eat at Buffalo Wild Wings while eating low carb! So it wasn’t before long we got to brainstorming how to make those delicious wings at home! We are huge fans of the Salt and Vinegar, Lemon Pepper and Buffalo Mild flavors, so we were thrilled to learn that you can purchase the same seasonings they use in the restaurant! So I grabbed a few bottles and got to cRockin’.

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This recipe gives you the super tender wings you think of when you think of slow cooker wings and the flavors you love from BW3.

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To crisp up the skin a bit, we love using our broiler– it makes a huge difference. We LOVE using our bacon pan for broiling, but you could also use a foil lined pan. Either way the result is super tender wings with crisp skin that you can then toss in your favorite flavors. (Note: If you want the same texture as Buffalo Wild Wings, we highly recommend an air fryer (see review video below).

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One of the tricks to a good BW3 wing is to always add the seasonings after cooking. Just cook them up and THEN toss in your wet or dry seasoning.

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If you don’t happen to have a local restaurant that sells the seasonings, you can always grab your favorite grocery store sauce or seasonings.

Note: Scroll to the bottom of this post for a printable version of this recipe.

Ingredients forCrock Pot Chicken Wings – BW3 Copycat Recipe

  • 2 Sticks Butter
  • 2.5 lbs Chicken Wings -frozen
  • Seasoning of choice
  • Optional: Ranch Dressing for Dipping

How to Make Copycat Buffalo Wild Wings in a Slow Cooker

  1. Place wings frozen in a 6 quart slow cooker and top with butter.
  2. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low 6-7 hours.
  3. Place wings on a lined cookie sheet or bacon pan and broil on each side until crisp.
  4. Toss in desired seasonings and serve with ranch dressing.

Notes forCrock Pot Chicken Wings – BW3 Copycat Recipe

  • If you want to double the amount of wings, just double the meat. No need to double the butter. You may need to add cooking time.
  • The drippings left in the crock after cooking would be a great flavorful chicken soup base.
  • The texture of these wings will be different than you get at the restaurant. The result is super tender wings with crisp skin that you can then toss in your favorite flavors. (Note: If you want the same texture as Buffalo Wild Wings, we highly recommend an air fryer-recipe coming soon.)
  • One of the tricks to a good BW3 wing is to always add the seasonings after cooking. Just cook them up and THEN toss in your wet or dry seasoning. We buy our seasonings and sauces directly from the restaurant.
  • If you don’t happen to have a local restaurant that sells the seasonings, you can always grab your favorite grocery store sauce or seasonings.
  • As with any of our recipes, carb counts and nutritional information varies greatly depending on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.
  • All slow cookers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline and shouldalways be tested first in your own slow cooker and time adjusted as needed.
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Crock Pot Chicken Wings – BW3 Copycat Recipe

Do you love BW3 (Buffalo Wild Wings) as much as we do? Check out ourCrock Pot Chicken Wings – BW3 Copycat recipe that holds us over until the next time we get to visit our favorite wing restaurant.

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Course: Appetizer

Cook Time: 4 hours hours

Servings: 2 -3

Author: Cris

Ingredients

  • 2 Sticks Butter
  • 2.5 lbs Chicken Wings frozen
  • Seasoning of choice
  • Ranch Dressing for Dipping Optional

Instructions

  • Place wings frozen in a 6 quart slow cooker and top with butter.

  • Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low 6-7 hours.

  • Place wings on a lined cookie sheet or bacon pan and broil on each side until crisp.

  • Toss in desired seasonings and serve with ranch dressing.

Notes

  • If you want to double the amount of wings, just double the meat. No need to double the butter. You may need to add cooking time.
  • The drippings left in the crock after cooking would be a great flavorful chicken soup base.
  • The texture of these wings will be different than you get at the restaurant. The result is super tender wings with crisp skin that you can then toss in your favorite flavors. (Note: If you want the same texture as Buffalo Wild Wings, we highly recommend an air fryer-recipe coming soon.)
  • One of the tricks to a good BW3 wing is to always add the seasonings after cooking. Just cook them up and THEN toss in your wet or dry seasoning. We buy our seasonings and sauces directly from the restaurant.
  • If you don’t happen to have a local restaurant that sells the seasonings, you can always grab your favorite grocery store sauce or seasonings.
  • As with any of our recipes, carb counts and nutritional information varies greatly depending on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.
  • All slow cookers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline and shouldalways be tested first in your own slow cooker and time adjusted as needed.

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  1. Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (16)Susan says

    Can you give a hint on how long it takes, per side, in the broiler?

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    • Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (17)Aunt Lou says

      Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (18)
      It really depends on the broiler. It could take about 30 seconds, or it could take a few minutes. When using a broiler, I use what I call my “squat and watch” method. I turn the oven light on, squat down so I can see in and watch whatever I have in the broiler the entire time. A recipe can go from perfection to burnt in very quickly in the broiler, so I do not ever walk away from it. Hope this helps!

  2. Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (19)Beverly says

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    Hi,
    What kind of “seasonings of choice” do you recommend? I saw in one of the pictures you have a container of “Lemon Pepper Pucker Up citrus seasoning”. Is pucker up the name brand?What would be similar to it at my local (NJ) grocery store?
    Thanks!!
    Beverly

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    • Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (21)Cris says

      Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (22)
      Hi Beverly! If you have a local Buffalo Wild Wings, they will sell you their seasonings. They are the same ones they use in the restaurant- yum!

  3. Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (23)Holly says

    Looking forward to seeing your airfry directions, my oven doesn’t broil. However I’ve noticed all moisture gets sucked out on my airfryer.

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    • Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (24)Cris says

      Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock! (25)
      Coming soon- with video 😉

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Crock Pot Chicken Wings - BW3 Copycat - Recipes That Crock!? ›

There may be some variations outside the USA (update: Canadian BWW locations use soybean oil), but inside the country Buffalo Wild Wings is using a ton of beef tallow – even for their cauliflower wings. In the link above, you can view all of their food items and see which cooking oils are used.

What does BWW cook their wings in? ›

There may be some variations outside the USA (update: Canadian BWW locations use soybean oil), but inside the country Buffalo Wild Wings is using a ton of beef tallow – even for their cauliflower wings. In the link above, you can view all of their food items and see which cooking oils are used.

How to crisp up slow cooker wings? ›

Crisp them in the Oven: (See notes for air fryer method)

Use kitchen tongs to remove the wings and set them on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with buffalo sauce. Pro Tip: Place cooling racks on top of the baking sheet and place the wings on top. The extra air flow will make the wings crispier.

What is the best technique for chicken wings? ›

Food stylist Richmond Flores' go-to method is marinating the wings and then steaming them before frying. This method, he says, imparts tremendous flavor and tenderizes the meat, but more importantly, the steaming helps render the fat from the skin which then allows the wings to crisp up perfectly.

How to keep chicken wings warm in a crock pot? ›

Once cooked, I remove them from the cooking liquid (which I discard), brush with a little bit more marinade and give them a quick broil. After broiling, I place these crock pot chicken wings back into the slow cooker to keep warm so my guests can enjoy them throughout my party!

What oil does BW3 use? ›

BWW uses seed oils, but they generally fry their wings in beef tallow.

Is it better to fry or bake buffalo wings? ›

Removing the skin and baking also reduces the fat content which is extremely healthy for seniors and children. Baking keeps the nutrient content of the meat intact making it an utterly healthy cooking process.

What is better for crispy wings, baking powder or cornstarch? ›

Cornstarch. When you coat chicken wings in plain cornstarch mixed with a little kosher salt before baking, you are rewarded with ultra tasty, divinely crispy wings with zero metallic flavor.

How do you add Flavour to slow cooker? ›

Savoury ingredients, like soy sauce, fish sauce, Marmite, or Worcestershire sauce, can add some of the umami depth you're missing. Acidic ingredients like vinegar and lemon juice can brighten up flavours that have been dulled by hours of slow steaming and simmering.

Why does baking soda make chicken wings crispy? ›

Baking soda is alkaline, so it raises the pH level of chicken skin, breaking down the peptide bonds and jumpstarting the browning process, meaning the wings got browner and crispier faster than they would on their own.

What is the secret ingredient to crispy wings? ›

Make the crispiest chicken wings with this one secret ingredient: baking powder. Baking powder is widely used for its leavening power, giving baked goods volume and lighter textures.

What is the secret to perfect wings? ›

The most widespread trick on the internet involves sprinkling a little baking powder onto the wings before baking them. The kitchen science wizards at America's Test Kitchen and Serious Eats both found this worked best for them.

Do you marinate chicken wings before or after cooking? ›

We like a Mediterranean-inspired mix of oregano, rosemary, salt, pepper, garlic, and olive oil, but any fresh marinade will help infuse the wings with flavor down to the bone. Resealable plastic bags are your friend here; combine the marinade and wings in one and let it sit for at least an hour before grilling.

How do I keep chicken from drying out in the crockpot? ›

Using a nice, long, low-and-slow cook time helps chicken breasts retain plenty of moisture - but you can certainly opt to add a splash of water or chicken stock to the crockpot if you like!

How long to leave chicken in crockpot on warm? ›

The 'Warm' setting is ONLY for keeping already-cooked food at the perfect serving temperature until mealtime. To prevent food from dipping into temperatures that aren't food-safe, you shouldn't use the 'Warm' setting for more than 4 hours.

Does Buffalo Wild Wings bake or deep fry? ›

According to numerous employees who reported in on the kitchens at Buffalo Wild Wings restaurants, most of the "cooking" that takes place there consists of deep frying and microwaving foods, many of which are stored frozen for extended periods of time, via Mashed.

What is the difference between tallow and lard? ›

What are the main differences between tallow and lard? Tallow comes from beef and has a rich, savory flavor, perfect for frying and roasting, while lard, derived from pig fat, has a mild, neutral taste, making it ideal for baking and creating flaky pastries.

What frying oil does Wingstop use? ›

What type of oil does Wingstop use? We use canola oil.

How are buffalo wings made? ›

A Buffalo wing in American cuisine is an unbreaded chicken wing section (flat or drumette) that is generally deep-fried, then coated or dipped in a sauce consisting of a vinegar-based cayenne pepper hot sauce and melted butter prior to serving.

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