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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Spicy Buffalo Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy chicken wings cooked in an air fryer and tossed in a tangy, spicy buffalo sauce. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, fresh or thawed, tips removed
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (classic Frank’s RedHot recommended)
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Place wings in a large bowl and sprinkle with baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without crowding. Cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry wings for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through at about 12 minutes, until deep golden brown and crispy. Add 2-3 minutes if extra crispness is desired.
  6. While wings cook, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and whisk in hot sauce until smooth. Adjust heat with more hot sauce or cayenne if desired.
  7. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl and toss gently but thoroughly with the buffalo sauce.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy, optionally with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing.

Notes

Pat wings completely dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Use baking powder, not baking soda or flour, for best crisp texture. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation. Toss wings in sauce after cooking to keep skin crispy. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil or olive oil. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness.

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