Imagine biting into the most perfectly crispy, mouth-wateringly spicy buffalo wings without the guilt of deep-frying or the hassle of messy oil splatters. These Amazing Air Fryer Buffalo Wings are about to revolutionize your game day, movie night, or any-day snacking experience! With a golden, crispy exterior and a tantalizing buffalo sauce coating, these wings are so irresistible that they'll have everyone asking, "How did you make these?" Get ready to become the wing master of your kitchen with this ridiculously easy and incredibly delicious recipe.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the chicken wings. Rinse them under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help the wings get crispy in the air fryer.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the wings until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. This ensures that the wings start cooking immediately and helps achieve a crispy texture.
- Once the air fryer is preheated, place the seasoned chicken wings in the basket in a single layer. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket; you may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook the wings for 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking. The wings should be golden brown and crispy when done.
- While the wings are cooking, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a small bowl, you can mix additional ingredients to enhance the sauce if desired, such as melted butter or garlic powder, but the provided buffalo sauce will work perfectly as is.
- Once the wings are cooked, carefully remove them from the air fryer and place them in a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the hot wings and toss them until they are well coated.
- Let the wings sit for a minute to allow the sauce to adhere better. If you prefer extra saucy wings, feel free to add more buffalo sauce to taste.
- Serve the buffalo wings hot with your choice of dipping sauces, such as ranch or blue cheese, and enjoy your delicious Amazing Air Fryer Buffalo Wings!
Tips
- Pat those wings completely dry: Moisture is the enemy of crispiness, so use paper towels to remove every drop of water.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket: Cook wings in batches if needed to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking to promote even browning and prevent sticking.
- For extra crispy wings, you can lightly spray the wings with cooking oil before seasoning.
- Let the wings rest for a minute after saucing to help the sauce adhere better and prevent soggy skin.
- Experiment with different buffalo sauce intensities - mix in some honey for a sweet-spicy version or add hot sauce for extra heat.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 440kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 36g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 145mg
