Buffalo-Style Turkey Wings
Buffalo-Style Turkey Wings are a hearty, flavorful twist on classic Buffalo chicken wings, featuring turkey wings tossed in a spicy, tangy cayenne-based sauce. They typically include turkey wings, hot sauce, butter, and vinegar, and are a popular American appetizer or main dish, often associated with game-day gatherings and pub food.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates, providing a good source of B vitamins and minerals like selenium. A typical serving of two medium wings contains roughly 350-450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 950 mg |
| Selenium | 45 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Zinc | 4 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
Per 2 medium turkey wings (approx. 280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it adapts the iconic Buffalo, New York wing tradition to a larger, more substantial cut of poultry, making it a shareable centerpiece. Nutritionally, using turkey wings offers a leaner protein source than traditional chicken wings while retaining the signature spicy flavor profile.
