Are you ready to transform ordinary chicken wings into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will have everyone begging for your secret? Get ready to unlock the ultimate BBQ air fryer chicken wings recipe that promises restaurant-quality crispiness right in your own kitchen! With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of an air fryer, you'll create wings so delicious, they'll disappear faster than you can say "seconds, please!"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Gather 2 pounds of chicken wings, 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce, 1 teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken wings with the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the wings well to ensure they are evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Once the wings are seasoned, add the BBQ sauce to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all the wings are generously coated with the sauce.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving crispy wings.
- After preheating, arrange the chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket; you may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook the wings in the air fryer for 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they cook evenly and get crispy on all sides.
- Once the wings are done, check their internal temperature to ensure they have reached at least 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Carefully remove the wings from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute within the meat.
- Serve the BBQ air fryer chicken wings hot, garnished with additional BBQ sauce if desired. Enjoy your delicious and crispy wings!
Tips
- Pat your chicken wings dry before seasoning to ensure maximum crispiness and better sauce adherence.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - give your wings breathing room to ensure even cooking and that perfect crispy exterior.
- Flip the wings halfway through cooking to guarantee an evenly crisp and golden-brown finish on all sides.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Let the wings rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and flavorful.
- For extra flavor, consider brushing additional BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of cooking or as a finishing touch.
- If you like extra crispy wings, you can increase the air fryer temperature to 425°F for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 120mg
