Make these crispy and juicy air fryer buffalo chicken wings for your family gettogether. Air fryer chicken wings are super easy to make and they are as good as the deep-fried version. You simply have to season the wings with a dash of oil and cook them in the air fryer. Your crispy buffalo wings will get ready in under 20 minutes.
Air fryer buffalo sauce is the game-changer of this air fryer buffalo chicken wings recipe. You can get a bottle from the market or make them at your home both are going to taste heavenly. I love Frank’s Red Hot Mild Wings Sauce whenever I make buffalo chicken wings. It’s the sweeter side with garlic included in the sauce with a low heat level.
Healthy air fryer buffalo chicken wings are not the only ones I make in my air fryer. Lots of delicious foods can be cooked in an air fryer. If If you love making these types of quick chicken recipes, be sure to check, the air fryer garlic parmesan wings and air fryer tandoori chicken.
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- Why you’ll love buffalo chicken wings?
- How to make air fryer buffalo chicken wings?
- How to make the buffalo wing sauce?
- Different types of buffalo wing sauce?
- What to serve with buffalo chicken wings?
- Tips for making the perfect air fryer buffalo chicken wings
- How long should you air fry buffalo wings?
- How to store buffalo wings? Can I freeze these chicken buffalo wings?
- How to reheat buffalo chicken wings in an air fryer?
- 📖 Recipe
Why you’ll love buffalo chicken wings?
- Easy and quick recipe to make for your parties or gettogether.
- Crispy, juicy, and delicious.
- Air-fried buffalo chicken wings are healthier than deep-fried ones.
- Serve them as an appetizer or a quick snack.
How to make air fryer buffalo chicken wings?
Making buffalo chicken wings is super easy and quick. Most of the ingredients required for the recipe are available in your kitchen pantry.
Ingredients for air fryer buffalo chicken wings:
- 500g chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ⅓ cup hot sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions for air fryer buffalo chicken wings:
- Pat dry the chicken wings to remove the moisture before adding the seasonings.
- Take a mixing bowl to add the chicken wings and oil. Thoroughly coat the chicken wings with the oil first. Then add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper and mix them until well coated.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes. Or you can skip the marination process if you don’t have enough time. However, I like to marinate the chicken before I air fry them.
- Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 5 minutes.
- Spray/brush a generous amount of oil on the air fryer basket. Place the seasoned chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Don’t overcrowd the basket.
- Cook the chicken wings at 200C/400F for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for 10 minutes more. The total cooking time is 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, the chicken wings are cooking making the buffalo sauce.
How to make the buffalo wing sauce?
- Take a mixing bowl to add melted butter and hot sauce I’m using frank’s hot sauce. You can use any hot sauce according to your preference. Mix them together until well combined. Your buffalo wing sauce is ready.
- Then transfer the crispy chicken wings into the buffalo sauce and toss them together until evenly coated.
- Serve and enjoy your crispy and juicy air fryer buffalo chicken wings.
You can find the air fryer buffalo chicken wings recipe in the printable card below
Different types of buffalo wing sauce?
Everyone has a different tolerance level when it comes to peppers and chiles. There are different types of buffalo wing sauce available in the market. You can choose the buffalo sauce according to your liking or how spicy you would like your chicken wings.
- For the classic buffalo wing sauce with a perfect tangy flavor and the right amount of heat Sweet Baby Ray’s Buffalo Wing Sauce is the right choice.
- Frank’s Red Hot Mild Wings Sauce is an ideal sauce for those who have a milder palate. It’s on the sweeter side with garlic included in the sauce with a low heat level.
- Melinda’s Creamy Style Ghost Pepper Wing Sauce and Condiment is for the absolute heat. If you like your air fryer buffalo wings to be super hot you can go for this one.
What to serve with buffalo chicken wings?
When it comes to serving the super crunchy and delicious buffalo wings the sky is the limit. You can serve your favorite side dish or serve them with your favorite dipping sauce. Here are some of my recommendations you can try.
- Air Fryer Onion Rings
- Frozen Sweet Potato Fries in Air Fryer
- Garden Salad
- Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
- Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
- Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Mac and Cheese
- Avocado Greek Salad
- Air Fryer Snap Peas
- Air Fryer Potato Skins
Tips for making the perfect air fryer buffalo chicken wings
- Don’t skip the preheating process before making any type of food in an air fryer.
- Thaw the chicken wings completely before cooking for the best air fryer buffalo wings.
- Make sure to pat dry the chicken wings to get rid of excess moisture before seasoning and cooking. This will help to stick the seasonings properly and the wings get super crispy.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket because the more the hot air circulates, the more crispy wings.
- Flip the chicken wings halfway through the cooking process for the evenly cooked result.
How long should you air fry buffalo wings?
Every air fryer works differently depending on its brand. However, air fryer chicken wings are fully cooked within 20 minutes. Make sure that you check them halfway through the cooking process and adjust the cooking time accordingly.
How to store buffalo wings? Can I freeze these chicken buffalo wings?
You can put the leftover buffalo wings in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They are good for 3-4 days.
You can even freeze the leftover air fryer buffalo chicken wings. First, place them on a single layer on a tray lined with parchment paper. Then place the whole tray in the freezer uncovered. Once the wings are completely frozen transfer them into a freezer-safe container and store them in the freezer. They are good for up to 2 months.
Note: While storing the leftover air fryer buffalo chicken wings make sure the wings are completely cooled.
How to reheat buffalo chicken wings in an air fryer?
Place the leftover air fryer buffalo chicken wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Reheat them at 195C/380F for 3-4 minutes, and toss them halfway through. Serve and enjoy.
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Here are some of the frequently asked questions:
Are air fryers good for chicken wings?
Yes, air fryers are the best when it comes to making chicken. The hot air circulation makes the chicken super crispy on the outside, and tender and juicy on the inside. This kind of perfect texture in the chicken is difficult to obtain when cooking in a conventional oven or in any other method.
How can I make these buffalo wings crispy?
For crispy buffalo chicken wings, you can use corn flour or baking powder. Don’t get confused between powder and soda it’s “Baking Powder” not baking soda.
No air fryer? You Can Make These Buffalo Wings In The Oven.
No need to worry if you don’t have an air fryer you can make this crispy air fryer buffalo chicken sings in the oven. Follow all the steps from the above and cook them in the oven. Convert the time and temperature using our air fryer calculator.
Can you stack wings in an air fryer?
I don’t recommend stacking the wings because of the more the space better the result.
Equipment: Air fryer
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ⅓ cup hot sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken wings to remove the moisture before adding the seasonings.500 g chicken wings
- Take a mixing bowl to add the chicken wings and oil. Thoroughly coat the chicken wings with the oil first. Then add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper and mix them until well coated.1 tablespoon oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes. Or you can skip the marination process if you don’t have enough time. However, I like to marinate the chicken before I air fry them.
- Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 5 minutes.
- Spray/brush a generous amount of oil on the air fryer basket. Place the seasoned chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Don’t overcrowd the basket.
- Cook the chicken wings at 200C/400F for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for 10 minutes more. The total cooking time is 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, the chicken wings are cooking making the buffalo sauce.
- Take a mixing bowl to add melted butter and hot sauce I’m using frank’s hot sauce. You can use any hot sauce according to your preference. Mix them together until well combined. Your buffalo wing sauce is ready.¼ cup unsalted butter, ⅓ cup hot sauce
- Then transfer the crispy chicken wings into the buffalo sauce and toss them together until evenly coated.
- Serve and enjoy your crispy and juicy air fryer buffalo chicken wings.
