Air Fryer Spicy Buffalo Chicken Wings are a game-day favorite that combines crispy, air-fried chicken wings with a bold, tangy, and spicy buffalo sauce. Perfectly cooked without the extra grease, these wings are an irresistible appetizer or main dish.
Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- For the wings:
- 1.5 lbs (700g) chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- For the buffalo sauce:
- 1/4 cup (60ml) hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp honey (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- For serving:
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing
Preparation Instructions:
- Prep the wings:
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook in the air fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Prepare the buffalo sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine the hot sauce, melted butter, honey, and cayenne pepper. Heat over low heat, stirring, until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Coat the wings:
- Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss to coat them evenly.
- Serve:
- Arrange the wings on a platter and serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and your choice of dressing.
Preparation Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 710mg
Notes
- For extra crispy wings, pat them completely dry before tossing in seasonings.
- Adjust the heat level of the buffalo sauce by increasing or reducing the cayenne pepper.
- If reheating, air fry for 5 minutes at 375°F (190°C) to retain crispiness.
Picture
A vibrant image of the dish is displayed above, featuring golden, crispy buffalo chicken wings with celery sticks and ranch dressing. Enjoy this visually appealing and mouthwatering appetizer! 😊