Air Fryer Buffalo Wings Crispy Golden Easy Fast Healthy
Total Time:30 minutes
Diet:Healthy, Low-Carb
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken wings (split into flats and drums)
1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder (essential for crispiness)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup buffalo hot sauce
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Optional: Celery sticks and blue cheese dressing for serving
Instructions
Start by patting the chicken wings extremely dry with paper towels. Moisture is the enemy of crispiness. Place the dried wings in a large mixing bowl. In a small ramekin, whisk together the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Sprinkle this mixture over the wings and toss thoroughly until every wing is evenly coated. The baking powder helps break down the proteins in the skin, creating those coveted crispy bubbles.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the seasoned wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not stack them; leave a little space between each wing for the air to circulate. Cook for 20 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through the cooking time with tongs. Continue cooking until the skin is deep golden-brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
While the wings are finishing, whisk the melted butter and buffalo sauce together in a large clean bowl. Once the wings are done, immediately transfer them into the sauce bowl. Toss vigorously to coat every inch of the crispy skin. Serve the wings immediately on a platter with fresh celery sticks and a side of creamy blue cheese or ranch dressing.
