Description

Crispy, juicy, and packed with bold spicy flavor, these air fryer buffalo wings are a healthier alternative to deep frying. Perfect for game day, parties, or a quick weeknight treat, they cook in just 20 minutes and deliver the ultimate crunch!

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
1 tablespoon baking powder (for extra crispiness)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
1 cup buffalo sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1. Prepare the Wings

Pat the wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

2. Preheat the Air Fryer

Set the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.

3. Air Fry the Wings

Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
Cook at 380°F for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Increase the temperature to 400°F (204°C) and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness.

4. Toss in Buffalo Sauce

In a bowl, mix buffalo sauce with melted butter.
Toss cooked wings in the sauce until evenly coated.

5. Serve Immediately

Serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

Honey Buffalo Wings – Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the sauce for a sweet-heat balance.
Garlic Parmesan Wings – Toss wings in melted butter, garlic, and Parmesan instead of buffalo sauce.
BBQ Buffalo Wings – Mix buffalo sauce with BBQ sauce for a smoky twist.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Category: appetizer
Method: air fryer
Cuisine: American

Keywords: air fryer wings, buffalo wings, crispy wings, game day snacks, spicy wings