Description

Crispy air-fried chicken wings coated in a sweet and spicy smoky honey chipotle glaze.

Ingredients

Scale

1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken wings, patted very dry
5 ml (1 tsp) aluminum-free baking powder
5 ml (1 tsp) garlic powder
2.5 ml (0.5 tsp) onion powder
5 ml (1 tsp) fine sea salt
2.5 ml (0.5 tsp) freshly ground black pepper
60 ml (0.25 cup) avocado oil or other neutral high-heat oil
60 g (4 tbsp) unsalted butter
120 ml (0.5 cup) classic vinegar-based hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
30 ml (2 tbsp) honey
2 chipotle peppers in adobo, finely minced
15 ml (1 tbsp) adobo sauce from the can
2.5 ml (0.5 tsp) smoked paprika
2.5 ml (0.5 tsp) garlic powder (for glaze)
15 ml (1 tbsp) apple cider vinegar
2 fresh scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Instructions

Prep the Wings: Thoroughly pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, combine the dried wings with baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper; toss until evenly coated. Drizzle the wings with avocado oil and toss again to ensure all pieces are lightly coated.
Air Fry the Wings: Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F). Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket; do not overcrowd. Air fry the wings for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy and reach an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
Prepare the Smoky Honey Chipotle Glaze: While the wings are cooking, prepare the glaze in a small saucepan. Combine the unsalted butter, hot sauce, honey, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder (for glaze), and apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the sauce simmers gently for 3-5 minutes, allowing it to slightly thicken and become glossy.
Toss and Serve: Once the wings are cooked and crispy, transfer them immediately to a large heatproof bowl. Pour the warm Smoky Honey Chipotle Glaze over the hot wings and toss thoroughly with tongs until every wing is evenly coated. Garnish generously with the thinly sliced fresh scallions and serve immediately.

Notes

To achieve maximum crispiness, ensure the chicken wings are completely dry before seasoning. The baking powder helps render fat and create a crispy crust. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket, which would steam the wings instead of crisping them.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (250 g)
Calories: 400 calories
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 500 mg
Fat: 40 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 15 g
Cholesterol: 60 mg

Keywords: Air Fryer, Chicken Wings, Smoky Honey Chipotle, Buffalo Sauce, Easy Dinner, High Protein, Crispy Wings, Comfort Food