Description

These crispy air fryer chicken wings with a sticky honey garlic glaze are a weeknight favorite that delivers restaurant-quality crunch without the mess of deep frying. Simple to make and perfect for any crowd.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds chicken wings (party style, separated into flats and drumettes)
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4–5 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sriracha or chili flakes
2 stalks green onions, sliced

Instructions

Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
In a large bowl, toss the dried wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap. Cook at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
While wings cook, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha to the saucepan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
Transfer hot wings to a large bowl and pour about ¾ of the glaze over them. Toss gently to coat evenly.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately with reserved glaze for dipping.

Notes

Patting wings dry is crucial for crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. Use baking powder, not baking soda, for the crisping effect. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 375°F for 3-4 minutes to restore crispiness.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6-8 wings per servin
Calories: 450
Sugar: 28
Sodium: 680
Fat: 22
Saturated Fat: 8
Carbohydrates: 32
Protein: 28

Keywords: air fryer chicken wings, honey garlic wings, crispy wings, easy appetizer, weeknight dinner, gluten-free option