Crispy Buffalo Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Quick and easy air fryer Buffalo wings with crispy skin and a buttery, spicy glaze. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings, these wings deliver ultimate flavor without the oily mess.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings, tips removed (optional), fresh or fully thawed
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- ½ cup Buffalo sauce (homemade or store-bought like Frank’s RedHot)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the wings dry thoroughly with paper towels. Remove wing tips if desired.
- In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
- Place wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through. Add 3-5 more minutes if needed for extra crispiness.
- While wings cook, melt the butter gently in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the Buffalo sauce until smooth and combined.
- Transfer cooked wings to a clean bowl. Pour the Buffalo sauce over and toss with tongs until every piece is coated evenly.
- Serve immediately for best crispiness with your favorite dipping sauce and celery sticks.
Notes
Dry wings thoroughly before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Baking powder is essential for crispy skin. For ultra-crispy wings, air fry for 5 minutes uncovered after saucing to set the glaze, watching carefully to avoid burning. Leftovers reheat best in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 wings per se
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 20
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