Airfryers have become incredibly popular kitchen appliances for making deliciously crispy foods with less oil. Making hot wings in an airfryer is a great way to enjoy this tasty appetizer or snack without all the excess calories and mess of deep frying. Compared to baking wings in the oven, airfryer hot wings cook up juicier and crispier, in a fraction of the time. The circulating hot air quickly browns the skin and seals in moisture. Plus, cleanup is a breeze since oil splatter is minimized. These crunchy airfryer hot wings are perfect for game day, parties, or anytime you get a hankering for spicy chicken. Let’s dive into how to make these finger-licking wings right in your airfryer.
Here are a few reasons why cooking hot wings in an air fryer can be a good idea:
To make airfryer hot wings, you will need:
When selecting wings, choose fresh, meaty wings rather than pre-sectioned frozen wings which tend to have a lot of ice crystals. Thaw wings completely before cooking. Pat the wings dry thoroughly with paper towels. This helps get that ultra-crispy skin. To prep, simply toss the wings with a tablespoon or two of oil. This ensures the wings get nicely browned and cook evenly. Feel free to rub on any dry spices like garlic powder, smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
Airfrying wings allows you to skip messy deep frying while still getting gorgeously golden and tender wings.
The key is starting with a high temp to crisp the skin, then lowering to 360°F after flipping to gently finish cooking. Check for doneness by cutting into a wing to ensure no pinkness remains. The juices should run clear.
The sauce is what really makes hot wings pop with flavor. Some classic sauce options include:
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Let the sauce cool slightly before tossing with the freshly cooked wings. The residual heat from the wings will further warm the sauce. Feel free to get creative and experiment with your own flavored wing sauces. Stir in honey, different spices, citrus, etc. The possibilities are endless.
These easy airfryer wings pair perfectly with:
For extra flavor, try tossing the plain cooked wings in:
Get creative with fun presentations like serving wings in mini buckets or paper cones. Arrange stacked wings on a platter with dipping sauces in the center for a tasty spread.
What if my wings aren’t cooked through?
Increase airfryer temp to 400°F and cook wings 5 minutes longer. Cut to test doneness.
Can I make boneless wings?
Yes! Follow same instructions but reduce airfryer cook times by 2-3 minutes since boneless wings cook faster.
How long do leftover wings last?
Store sauced wings up to 4 days refrigerated. Reheat in airfryer or oven until hot.
Air fryer hot wings are an easy, healthy, and delicious snack you can make right at home. Simply coat the wings with oil and seasoning, air fry until crispy, then toss in your favorite sauce. Served with classic accompaniments like ranch or blue cheese dressing and crisp celery and carrots, these wings are sure satisfy any wing lover. For more air fryer recipes and cooking tips, check out my website Cheen Huaye. I’m always adding new content, so be sure to subscribe to my email newsletter so you never miss out on the latest air frying inspiration. Thanks for reading and happy air frying.
· For crispier wings, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes after tossing in the hot sauce.
· Double the recipe to serve a larger crowd.
· Get creative with your dipping sauces! BBQ sauce, honey mustard, or even a creamy garlic sauce would be delicious options.
Serves: 4 persons
Amount Per Serving: | ||
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Calories | 600 | |
% Daily Value* | ||
Total Fat 40 | 61.5% | |
Saturated Fat 15 | 75% | |
Trans Fat 0 | ||
Cholesterol 120mg | 40% | |
Sodium 1200mg | 50% | |
Total Carbohydrate 20 | 6.7% | |
Dietary Fiber 2 | 8% | |
Sugars 3 | ||
Protein 40 |
Vitamin A 0 | Vitamin C 0 | |
Calcium 30mg | Iron 3mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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This post was last modified on 23/06/2024 17:45
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