Get ready to revolutionize your wing game with the most mouth-watering, finger-licking Air Fryer BBQ Wings that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe! Imagine perfectly crispy chicken wings with a golden, caramelized BBQ glaze that's so addictive, you'll want to make these every single weekend. Whether you're hosting a game day party, a family dinner, or just craving some seriously delicious comfort food, these air fryer wings are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken wings dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve crispy skin during air frying.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken wings in the seasoning mix, ensuring each wing is evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). This temperature ensures even cooking and crispy exterior.
- Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to allow proper air circulation. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry the wings for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking to ensure even browning. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- During the last 3-5 minutes of cooking, brush the wings generously with BBQ sauce, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
- Remove wings from the air fryer and let them rest for 2-3 minutes. This helps retain moisture and allows the sauce to set.
- Transfer to a serving platter, drizzle with additional BBQ sauce if desired, and serve hot.
Tips
- Always pat your chicken wings completely dry before seasoning. Moisture is the enemy of crispy skin!
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if needed to ensure each wing gets crispy and cooks evenly.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that wings reach the safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For extra crispy wings, you can lightly spray or brush the wings with a small amount of oil before seasoning.
- Let the wings rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute and the sauce to set.
- Experiment with different BBQ sauce varieties to find your perfect flavor profile.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider marinating the wings for 1-2 hours before cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 120mg
