The House Sampler from Buffalo Wild Wings features crispy chicken wings, golden mozzarella sticks, crunchy onion rings, and seasoned potato wedges, delivering a flavorful variety of textures and classic bar snacks perfect for sharing.
Equipments
- Deep fryer
- Tongs
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
- Mixing bowls
- Food thermometer
- Serving platter
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
- Chef’s knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- All-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Buffalo wing sauce
- Ranch dressing
- Celery sticks
- Mozzarella Sticks:
- 12 mozzarella sticks (string cheese)
- All-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Italian-style breadcrumbs
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Marinara sauce
- Onion Rings:
- 2 large yellow onions
- All-purpose flour
- Cornstarch
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Buttermilk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Potato Wedges:
- 3 large russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Parsley (optional for garnish)
When preparing the House Sampler from Buffalo Wild Wings, ensure you use fresh, high-quality chicken wings and mozzarella sticks for the best texture and flavor. Maintain the vegetable oil temperature around 350degF when deep-frying to achieve perfectly crispy coatings without greasy results. Use a food thermometer to check that chicken wings reach an internal temperature of 165degF for safe consumption. For seasoning, blend your spices like garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper evenly to enhance every bite of chicken, potatoes, and onion rings. Your copycat House Sampler menu allows you to recreate this popular restaurant experience at home, adjusting flavors to your preference.
Instructions
- Preheat deep fryer with vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Pat chicken wings dry and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dredge wings in all-purpose flour.
- Fry wings in batches until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
- Toss hot wings in buffalo wing sauce.
- Arrange wings on wire rack set over baking sheet to drain.
- Serve wings with ranch dressing and celery sticks.
- Slice mozzarella sticks (if using block cheese) or unwrap string cheese.
- Dredge each stick in flour, dip in beaten eggs (with milk), coat with mixed breadcrumbs.
- Double dip in egg and breadcrumbs for thicker crust.
- Freeze breaded sticks for 30 minutes.
- Fry mozzarella sticks until golden; drain on paper towels.
- Serve with marinara sauce.
- Peel and slice onions into thick rings.
- Separate rings; dredge in flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper mix.
- Dip rings in buttermilk, then dredge again in flour mixture.
- Fry onion rings until crisp and golden; drain on paper towels.
- Slice russet potatoes into thick wedges.
- Toss wedges with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper.
- Bake wedges on baking sheet at 425°F (220°C) until golden and crispy, turning once.
- Sprinkle baked wedges with parsley (optional).
- Arrange all components on a serving platter.
- Serve immediately with appropriate dipping sauces.
Substitution
The House Sampler from Buffalo Wild Wings copycat menu combines crispy chicken wings, golden mozzarella sticks, crunchy onion rings, and seasoned potato wedges for a perfect blend of flavors and textures. If you don't have a deep fryer, you can bake the chicken wings and mozzarella sticks on a baking sheet at 425degF, turning them halfway through for even cooking. Substitute panko breadcrumbs with regular Italian-style breadcrumbs if needed, although panko yields a crunchier texture. When frying, use a food thermometer to maintain oil temperature around 350degF for optimal crispiness and to avoid greasy results. Your serving platter will shine with homemade ranch dressing or swap it for blue cheese dressing to customize the flavor profile.
Tips
Ensure your oil maintains a steady 350degF during frying to achieve crispy chicken wings and prevent greasy texture. Freeze breaded mozzarella sticks for at least 30 minutes before frying to keep their shape and prevent cheese from leaking. Use a food thermometer to confirm chicken wings reach an internal temperature of 165degF for safe consumption. Patting wings dry before seasoning helps spices adhere better and improves overall crispiness in your homemade House Sampler.
Nutritions
The House Sampler offers a rich blend of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, with chicken wings providing a good source of protein and essential amino acids, while the frying process increases calorie and fat content. Mozzarella sticks add calcium and protein but also contribute saturated fat due to cheese and frying oil. Onion rings supply dietary fiber and antioxidants from onions, though they contain added calories and fats from the batter and frying. Your meal also includes potato wedges, offering potassium and vitamin C, alongside fiber from the skin when baked, making this sampler a flavorful, though calorie-dense, combination of classic bar snacks.
Storage
Store leftover chicken wings, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, and potato wedges in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness and prevent sogginess. Reheat wings and mozzarella sticks in a preheated oven at 375degF (190degC) for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness without drying them out. Using your oven or air fryer ensures your House Sampler retains its signature texture and flavor when enjoyed later.
Variation or Alternatives
You can swap buffalo wing sauce with a honey sriracha glaze for a sweet and spicy twist on the chicken wings. Instead of deep frying mozzarella sticks, try baking them with a light coating of panko breadcrumbs to reduce oil use and add crispiness. Onion rings can be seasoned with smoked paprika and cayenne for a smoky, slightly spicy flavor profile. For the potato wedges, consider air frying to achieve a crispy exterior with less oil, maintaining a healthier option without sacrificing taste.
Allergies
The House Sampler from Buffalo Wild Wings contains common allergens such as wheat in the all-purpose flour, Italian-style and panko breadcrumbs, and eggs used for breading the mozzarella sticks and onion rings. Dairy is present in mozzarella cheese, buttermilk, and ranch dressing, which can affect those with milk allergies or lactose intolerance. You should be cautious if you have allergies to gluten, eggs, or dairy when enjoying this dish, and always verify specific preparation practices to avoid cross-contamination.
Why this recipe?
Buffalo Wild Wings' House Sampler menu offers a variety of flavors, featuring popular sauces such as Honey BBQ, Spicy Garlic, and Mango Habanero, appealing to diverse taste preferences. The combination of crispy wings, fried pickles, and onion rings provides a satisfying mix of textures and tastes that keep customers coming back. You can recreate this flavorful experience at home by making the copycat recipe, saving money and customizing spice levels to suit your palate. This makes the House Sampler an enjoyable and worthwhile dish to try both in-store and through your own cooking.