Hot Wings with Blue Cheese Dip

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Hot Wings with Blue Cheese Dip is a classic American appetizer featuring deep-fried chicken wings tossed in a spicy, vinegar-based cayenne sauce, served alongside a creamy, tangy dip made from blue cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. It originated in Buffalo, New York, in the 1960s and has since become a global bar food staple.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate calorie count of roughly 400-600 calories per serving depending on portion size and sauce richness. The wings provide protein and some B vitamins, while the blue cheese dip adds calcium and probiotics from fermented cheese.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	650 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	50 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	1800 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Selenium	25 mcg

Per 6 wings with dip (approx. 280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The dish is culturally iconic as the centerpiece of Super Bowl parties and sports bar menus in the U.S., and its signature 'Buffalo sauce' is a protected regional term in its hometown. Nutritionally, the blue cheese dip offers a probiotic benefit that contrasts with the indulgent fried wings, creating a unique balance of gut-friendly and comfort food elements.