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Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings: Best Game Day Recipe

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These crispy air fryer buffalo chicken wings are the ultimate game day snack, featuring shatteringly crisp skin and tender, juicy meat tossed in a tangy, buttery buffalo sauce. Ready in under 40 minutes with simple ingredients, they’re a crowd-pleaser that rivals any bar-style wing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot Original)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional for serving: celery sticks, carrot sticks, blue cheese or ranch dressing

Instructions

  1. Prep the wings (10 minutes): Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. Place the wings in a large bowl.
  2. Season the wings (5 minutes): In a small bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sprinkle this mixture over the wings and toss thoroughly to coat every piece.
  3. Optional rest (20-30 minutes): For extra-crispy results, arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Refrigerate uncovered for 20-30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the air fryer (3 minutes): Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  5. Cook the wings (25 minutes): Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd. Cook for 12 minutes, then flip each wing using tongs. Cook for another 10-13 minutes, until the skin is golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Make the sauce (5 minutes): While the wings cook, combine the buffalo wing sauce and melted butter in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is fully incorporated. Keep warm.
  7. Toss and serve (5 minutes): Transfer the cooked wings to a large bowl. Pour the warm buffalo sauce over them and toss gently to coat evenly. Serve immediately with celery, carrots, and your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Pat the wings extremely dry for maximum crispiness. Don’t skip the baking powder—it creates the crunchy texture. For best results, let the seasoned wings rest uncovered in the fridge for 20-30 minutes. Toss with sauce just before serving to keep the skin crispy. If cooking in batches, keep finished wings warm in a 200°F oven on a wire rack.

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