This means, of course, that wings are likely on the menu; and while you could stick to those traditional flavors — especially the buttery, spicy bliss of expertly crafted Buffalo sauce — why ...

We scrolled through recipe books, blogs and websites and also came up with a few of our own saucy ideas ... chicken wings (adapted from Cook's Illustrated Complete Book of Poultry). Combine hoisin ...

And while chicken wing accompaniments — Buffalo sauce versus barbecue, ranch versus blue cheese, and so on — are up for endless debate, the basics of a good wing are nonnegotiable: It should ...

Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for about 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Set aside. Rinse the chicken wings and pat them dry. Generously season the chicken with salt and black pepper.