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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe Easy Spicy Buffalo Sauce

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This recipe delivers crispy chicken wings with a spicy buffalo sauce using an air fryer for a quick, fuss-free, and flavorful meal perfect for game day or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus extra to taste after cooking
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar
  • Optional: celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness and place them in a large bowl.
  2. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder over the wings. Toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry wings at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through (around 10-12 minutes). Add 2-3 extra minutes if you want extra crispy skin.
  6. While wings cook, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in ½ cup hot sauce and 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar until smooth and heated through. Adjust sweetness or heat as desired.
  7. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl, pour buffalo sauce over, and toss gently until well coated.
  8. Serve immediately with optional celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing.

Notes

Pat wings dry thoroughly before coating to ensure crispiness. Use baking powder (not baking soda) for best results. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent steaming. Flip wings halfway through cooking for even crisping. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or plant-based butter. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 375°F for 5-7 minutes to retain crispiness.

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