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    Home » Air Fryer Recipes

    Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings

    Published: Feb 2, 2021 · Modified: Sep 15, 2022 by Archana · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 5 Comments

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    Make some crispy wings for lunch or a party appetizer. These air fryer buffalo chicken wings are spicy and really easy to make. One of the most popular foods for game-day parties is chicken wings - and few flavors are as famous as buffalo.

    Buffalo chicken wings served with dip
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    Buffalo chicken wings might be really messy, but they are a lot of fun to eat! When you set out a plate of these wings, people are going to eat them up. They are the perfect tailgating food. We serve them along with some raw veggies and chips and dip.

    The surprising thing about this air fryer buffalo chicken wings recipe is how healthy it actually is. It fits in with so many different diets that it's a perfect crowd-pleaser.

    buffalo chicken wings serves with veggie sticks and bleu cheese

    Ingredients

    There are two parts to this recipe - the dry ingredients and the wet ingredients.

    I used a really simple rub with just 4 common spices. You can use this rub on other entrees too - like chicken breasts or tofu. It's one of my favorite combinations of spices.

    I used garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and kosher salt.

    ingredients for air fryer buffalo chicken wings

    Process

    Here are some step-by-step photos and tips that will show you how to cook chicken wings in the air fryer.

    I prefer making them in the air fryer because it makes them extra crispy without using lots of unhealthy oils and frying them. This is a really easy recipe that comes together quickly too.

    The first thing you need to do is combine the spices for the rub and rub them all over the chicken wings (pictures 1 and 2).

    The fastest way to do this is to put all the wings in a large bowl, add the spices on top of them, and then use your hands or a silicone spatula to mix the wings so that they are all completely and evenly covered in the spices.

    Adding spices to raw chicken wings

    Next, place the chicken wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer (picture 3). About halfway through cooking, pull out the basket and turn the wings over (picture 4).

    This is how you make your wings crispy - when the time is up, increase the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F. Now, cook the wings for 5 more minutes.

    Chicken wings cooking in an air fryer

    After they are cooked and crispy, place the wings in another large mixing bowl. Drizzle them with Frank's red hot sauce and the melted butter. This hot sauce is what gives it that memorable Buffalo flavor. Use more or less depending on how spicy you want it.

    Tossing chicken wings in Frank's Red Hot Sauce

    Tips

    If you buy whole wings, you will have to cut them in half and separate the wingettes from the drumettes and discard the tips. Save yourself time and buy Bell Evan's wings that are already cut in half.

    Depending on the size of the wingettes and drumettes you may need to adjust the cooking time. I like to use a digital thermometer to make sure that the internal temperature of the thickest part is at least 165°F (75°C).

    Serve your chicken wings with your favorite bleu cheese or ranch dipping sauce.

    Buffalo chicken winds with ranch and veggies

    FAQ

    Can I use frozen wings in the air fryer?

    Yes, you can use frozen chicken wings. You just need to air fry them for 5 minutes longer before you increase the temperature for the last 5 minutes to crisp them up.

    Do I need to pat the wings dry before adding the spices?

    Yes, pat them dry to remove any excess moisture. If you defrosted frozen wings and they are particularly wet, make sure to pat them dry with a paper towel.

    My air fryer doesn't go up to 400 degrees - what do I do?

    If your air fryer's temperature doesn't go up to 400 degrees, just cook them at the highest temperature it goes for the last 5 minutes.

    How do you store leftover buffalo chicken wings?

    Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat simply pop them in the air fryer and cook for 5 minutes at 350 degrees.

    Buffalo chicken wings served with dip

    Related Recipes

    Here are some more of my favorite appetizers and snacks that will go perfectly with these wings:

    • Mushroom Tartlets
    • Paneer Tikka Skewers
    • Chicken Tikka Kebab

    And here are a few fun sweet snacks that will pair well with the spicy wings:

    • Homemade Khari - Cinnamon Sugar Puff Pastry Twists
    • Quinoa Almond Date Truffles
    A plate of air fryer buffalo chicken wings with carrot sticks

    Recipe

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    Air Fryer Buffalo Wings

    Love wings but hate to fry? Try this EASY Air Fryer recipe for crispy delicious wings without the extra fat.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 377kcal
    Author: Archana Mundhe

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds chicken wings ~ 20 cut wings**
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon garlic Powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
    • 4 tablespoons butter
    • ½ cup franks red hot sauce

    Instructions

    • Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl, about 1-minute. Stir in the hot sauce. Reserve
    • Place the chicken wings in a large bowl and pat dry the chicken wings with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Add salt, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper and mix well coating the wings evenly with all the seasonings.
    • Lightly spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Line the wings in the basket keeping some room around each wing for the air to circulate. Do not overcrowd, depending on the size of your Air Fryer basket you may need to cook in batches.
    • Cook the wings for 15 minutes at 370°F (190°C). Shake the basket halfway through, so the wings cook evenly.
    • When the time is up, shake the basket, increase the temperature to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 5 more minutes or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
    • Take out the cooked wings in a large bowl and drizzle the hot sauce over. Gently mix so the wings are coated all over with the sauce.
    • Serve immediately with ranch or bleu cheese dressing along with carrot and celery sticks.

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    Notes

    Tips:
    1. I like Bell Evan's wings that are already cut in half. If you have whole wings make sure to cut them into half (wingettes and drumettes) and discard the tips.
    2. Depending on the size of the wingettes and drumettes you may need to adjust the cooking time. I like to use a digital thermometer to make sure that the internal temperature of the thickest part is at least 165°F (75°C)
    Oven/Grill Instructions:
    • Oven - Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line up wings on a greased grilling rack. Place the rack on top of the baking tray to catch all the drippings. Bake the wings for about 20-25 mins (in a convection oven) or up to 40 mins. 
    • Outdoor Grill - Wings can also be cooked on a preheated outdoor grill at 400 degrees F. Grease the grill grates and place the wings on the grates. Cook for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature of the thickest part is at least 165°F (75°C)
    Take out the cooked wings in a large bowl and drizzle the hot sauce over. Gently mix so the wings are coated all over with the sauce. Serve immediately with ranch or bleu cheese dressing along with carrot and celery sticks.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 1691mg | Potassium: 211mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 880IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Author: Archana

    Hey there! I am a techie turned recipe developer, cooking instructor, and food blogger. I love food and enjoy developing easy and healthy recipes for busy lifestyles. I live in New Jersey with my husband and two sons.
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    1. LESLIE DSOUZA says

      February 02, 2021 at 11:32 pm

      Hi How does one make it in a Regular Oven I dont have an Air Fryer

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      • Archana says

        February 03, 2021 at 5:13 pm

        I have added oven instructions to the notes in the recipe card.

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    2. Kristen says

      February 05, 2021 at 7:19 pm

      So good! Instead of tossing them in buffalo sauce, we used parmesan garlic. Yum! Thanks for sharing!5 stars

      Reply
    3. Linda says

      February 08, 2021 at 12:22 am

      Made these tonight for Super Bowl. My super picky peeps rated it make again. I have a toaster oven style air fryer so I cooked at 370 for 12 Minutes and flipped and cooked for 12 minutes then 5 minutes on 400. I also added 1 tsp of brown sugar.5 stars

      Reply
    4. Alicia Ross says

      March 14, 2021 at 7:23 am

      Made these for Super Bowl Sunday and these were a hit! My entire family loved them and have been requesting them ever since! Has definitely become a staple recipe in my household!5 stars

      Reply

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