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Crispy Buffalo Air Fryer Chicken Wings Easy Spicy Kick Recipe

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This recipe delivers crispy, spicy buffalo chicken wings made quickly in an air fryer, balancing crunch and heat without deep frying mess.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) butter, melted
  • ½ cup (120ml) hot sauce (buffalo-style, e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat dry 2 pounds (900g) of chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, toss wings with 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon onion powder until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Place wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry wings at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through at 10 minutes, until golden and crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. While wings cook, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in ½ cup hot sauce and 1 tablespoon honey until combined. Add ½ teaspoon smoked paprika for smoky flavor if desired.
  7. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl and toss with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated. Optionally brush on extra sauce for thicker coating.
  8. Serve immediately with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing on the side.

Notes

Pat wings dry before seasoning for best crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent soggy skin. Serve wings immediately after saucing to maintain crispiness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter. Leftovers can be reheated in air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness.

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