Best 2 Air Fried Chicken Wings Recipes

**Crispy, juicy, and flavorful air-fried chicken wings are a healthier alternative to traditional fried wings.** They are cooked in an air fryer, which uses hot air to circulate around the food, resulting in a crispy outer layer and a tender, juicy interior. This cooking method also reduces the amount of oil needed, making the wings a healthier choice. This article provides three delicious air fryer chicken wing recipes: classic buffalo wings, honey garlic wings, and barbecue wings. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under 30 minutes. So whether you're looking for a classic game day snack or a quick and easy weeknight dinner, these air-fried chicken wings are sure to hit the spot.

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AIR-FRIED KOREAN CHICKEN WINGS

Air-Fried Korean Chicken Wings image

These Korean-style air-fried wings are crispy, sticky and spicy. Cooked in an air fryer they are ready in less than 30 minutes. They are perfect as an appetizer or add some rice and veggies on the side and you have a balanced meal.

Provided by Yoly

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

¼ cup hot honey (such as Mike's Hot Honey®)
3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup finely chopped green onions (green part only)
2 pounds chicken wings
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

Combine hot honey, gochujang, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, salt, and black pepper in a saucepan. Bring sauce to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add green onions and stir.
Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Place wings in a large bowl and toss with salt, garlic powder, onion powder and black pepper. Add cornstarch and toss wings until fully coated. Shake each wing and place in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching; cook in batches if necessary.
Fry in the preheated air fryer for 10 minutes, shake basket, and fry an additional 10 minutes. Flip wings over and fry until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear, 7 to 8 more minutes.
Dip each wing in the sauce and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with remaining sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 1247.3 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

DRY-RUB AIR-FRIED CHICKEN WINGS

Dry-Rub Air-Fried Chicken Wings image

Yummy chicken wings made from a Memphis-style dry rub.

Provided by K Knox

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Wing Recipes Buffalo Chicken Wing Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
½ tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon mustard powder
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 chicken wings, or more as needed

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Whisk together brown sugar, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, poultry seasoning, mustard powder, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss in chicken wings and rub the seasonings into them with your hands until fully coated.
Arrange wings in the basket of the preheated air fryer, standing up on their ends and leaning against each other and the wall of the basket.
Cook until wings are tender inside and golden brown and crisp on the outside, about 35 minutes. Transfer wings to a plate and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 77.3 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 1519.9 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

Tips:

For crispy chicken wings, pat them dry with paper towels before seasoning and cooking.
Use a variety of seasonings to create flavorful chicken wings. Some popular options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, and cumin.
Preheat your air fryer to the desired temperature before cooking the chicken wings.
Cook the chicken wings in a single layer to ensure that they cook evenly.
Cook the chicken wings for the recommended amount of time, or until they are cooked through.
Serve the chicken wings with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

Air-fried chicken wings are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fried chicken wings. They are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and they are cooked without the use of any oil. Air-fried chicken wings are perfect for a party or game day snack, and they can also be served as a main course with a side of your favorite vegetables.