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Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings Easy Game Day Recipe

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These crispy air fryer buffalo chicken wings deliver a golden, crunchy skin with a perfect tangy heat, making them an easy and delicious game day snack without the mess of deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Celery sticks, for serving
  • Blue cheese dressing, for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  4. Place the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
  5. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the wings using tongs.
  6. Continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy and wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. While wings cook, combine melted butter, hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and honey in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
  8. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl and toss with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  9. Serve immediately with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.

Notes

Pat wings dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Use aluminum-free baking powder for best taste. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket and flip wings halfway through cooking. Preheat the air fryer for optimal results. For dairy-free, substitute butter with neutral oil or vegan butter and use dairy-free dips. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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