I made Buffalo wings in a slow cooker, and the easy recipe was perfect for the Super Bowl

These Buffalo wings are cooked in a slow cooker, but they turn out deliciously crispy.Erin McDowell/Business Insider

• I made Buffalo wings in a slow cooker and they were the easiest Super Bowl appetizer.
• I put the wings under the broiler for about three minutes on each side to finish them off.

Ahead of the Super Bowl, I decided to try making my favorite game-day food in a slow cooker: Buffalo chicken wings.

I've made quite a few dishes in my slow cooker but have never tried to make Buffalo wings in it before.

I'm a huge fan of my Crock-Pot and find that it's a great tool for beginner cooks who don't want to worry about overcooking or undercooking their food, or using up space in the oven for a dinner party or game day.

I was excited to see if this method would prove easier or tastier than making them in the oven, which is the way I typically make chicken wings. I also loved the prospect of being able to make a more hands-off, easy appetizer for the Super Bowl, so I could sit back and actually watch the game rather than spend a lot of time cooking in the kitchen.

Here's how to make Buffalo chicken wings in a slow cooker.