Description
Make fantastic, crispy Buffalo Wings in your air fryer! This recipe gives you that classic game-day flavor without all the extra oil, perfect for a healthier Super Bowl snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispiness.
- In a large bowl, toss the dried wings with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry at 380°F (195°C) for 20 minutes.
- Flip the wings. Increase the temperature to 400°F (200°C) and cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- While the wings finish cooking, whisk together the Buffalo sauce and melted butter (if using) in a clean bowl.
- Transfer the hot, crispy wings to the bowl with the sauce. Toss quickly to coat every wing evenly.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your healthier game-day treat!
Notes
- Drying the wings thoroughly removes surface moisture, which helps the skin crisp up beautifully in the air fryer.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to your seasoning mix.
- Serving these with celery sticks and a light yogurt-based blue cheese dip keeps the snack light.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings
- Calories: Approx. 280
- Sugar: Approx. 1g
- Sodium: Varies based on sauce
- Fat: Approx. 15g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: Approx. 33g
- Cholesterol: Varies