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Air Fryer Buffalo Wings Recipe

Let me take you on a flavorful journey, one that lands you in the cozy realm of crispy, juicy buffallo wings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 476 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 stick of unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing
  • 1 teaspoon ground thyme
  • 2 teaspoons of smoked Spanish paprika
  • 4 pounds of chicken wing sections around 16 full wings, separated into 32 flats and drumettes
  • 3 tablespoons crumbled gorgonzola or blue cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic
  • 1/2 cup original cayenne pepper sauce

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Wings

  • First things first, you'll want to rinse the chicken wings in cold water. This helps remove any residual blood or bone fragments. Pat them dry with a paper towel. Moisture can lead to soggy wings. Nobody’s down for that!

Step 2: Season the Wings

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with the spices: granulated garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Mix it like you mean it! You want every wing coated with the spice blend. Add a tablespoon of olive oil to help with sticking and crisping up the wings in the air fryer.

Step 3: Preheat the Air Fryer

  • Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Preheating ensures that your wings start cooking immediately, leading to crispiness.

Step 4: Cook the Wings

  • Once your air fryer is preheated, arrange the wings in a single layer in the basket. Don’t overcrowd them; they need room to breathe and crisp up. Cook them for about 25 minutes, flipping halfway through. This way, you ensure even cooking and that glorious texture on both sides.

Step 5: Make the Buffalo Sauce

  • While the wings are frying, it’s time to whip up the buffalo sauce. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper sauce. Stir it well until everything mixes smoothly.

Step 6: Toss and Serve

  • Once the wings are done, carefully remove them from the air fryer. You should see a beautiful golden brown color.
  • Toss the wings in your buffalo sauce until they’re well coated. Feel free to drizzle more sauce if you like it hot!
  • Serve them up with a side of blue cheese dressing. Trust me, the coolness of the dressing complements the spicy wings perfectly.

Notes

  • Don’t skip drying the wings: Removing moisture is crucial for crispiness.
  • Batch cooking: If you have a lot of wings, consider cooking them in batches instead of overcrowding the basket.
  • Temperature control is key: Depending on your air fryer model, you might need to adjust the cooking time slightly. Keep an eye on the wings.
  • Feel free to substitute: If you’re not a fan of spiciness, use a milder sauce or even a honey barbecue sauce.
  • Let them rest: After cooking, let the wings sit for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 149gCalories: 476kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 39.4gSaturated Fat: 16.6gTrans Fat: 0.6gCholesterol: 152mgSodium: 1122mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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