Description
Discover the ultimate guide to making crispy and delicious air fryer chicken wings at home. Learn the best tips and tricks for a perfect batch every time!
Ingredients
- 4 pounds (1.81 kg) chicken wings, halved at joints, wing tips discarded
- 2 Tablespoon (30 ml) s baking powder (aluminum free)*
- 3/4 teaspoon (4 ml) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) hot sauce
- 1 1/2 cup (360 ml) s light brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) water
Instructions
- Pat the wings dry using paper towels to ensure a crispy texture.
- Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder. Sprinkle this mixture over the wings, making sure they are evenly covered.
- Air Frying: Heat the air fryer to 400°F. Lightly coat the fry basket with cooking spray. Place the wings in a single layer with the skin facing up. Spray the tops of the wings with cooking spray and cook them in the air fryer, flipping them every 5 minutes, for about 15 minutes or until they are crispy. Cooking time may vary based on the size of the wings and the air fryer, possibly taking up to 20 minutes.
- Rest and Sauce: After removing from the air fryer, let the wings sit for 5 minutes before tossing them in your chosen sauce.
- Buffalo Wing Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine all the sauce ingredients. Stir the mixture until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Notes
- Pat the chicken wings dry before seasoning for a crispy texture. Ensure they are placed skin-side up in a single layer in the air fryer for extra crispiness. Let the wings rest for 5 minutes before tossing in buffalo sauce for maximum flavor.