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Ultimate Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe


  • Author: Daphne
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Crispy, spicy buffalo wings made in the air fryer for less mess and grease. Perfect for game days or casual dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Optional garnish: fresh parsley or chopped green onions
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Arrange the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. While the wings are cooking, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce until fully combined.
  6. Transfer the cooked wings to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until completely coated.
  7. Plate the wings and garnish with parsley or green onions if desired. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

Notes

[‘Pat the wings dry before seasoning for extra crispiness.’, ‘Arrange wings in a single layer to ensure even cooking.’, ‘Preheat the air fryer for better results.’, ‘Adjust the buffalo sauce heat level to your preference.’, ‘Cook wings in batches if doubling the recipe.’]

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 6 wing
  • Calories: 280
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 2
  • Protein: 25

Keywords: air fryer, buffalo chicken wings, crispy wings, spicy wings, game day recipe