Description:
These air fryer Thai chili wings are the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. Coated in a sticky Thai chili glaze and garnished with sesame seeds, they’re ideal as an appetizer or game-day snack.
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Ingredients:
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs (900g) chicken wings, drumettes, and flats separated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Thai Chili Glaze:
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)
Optional Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken Wings:
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- Toss the wings with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Wings:
- Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and fully cooked.
- Prepare the Thai Chili Glaze:
- In a small saucepan, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly.
- Toss the Wings:
- Transfer the cooked wings to a large bowl and toss them in the Thai chili glaze until well coated.
- Serve:
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 8g
Notes:
- Add extra red pepper flakes or sriracha to the glaze for a spicier version.
- Substitute wings with boneless chicken bites for a different style.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes to maintain crispiness.
Enjoy these sweet and spicy air fryer Thai chili wings—a crowd-pleasing favorite! 🌶️✨