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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings

Experience the ultimate blend of smoky BBQ goodness and the signature crispness only an air fryer can offer. This air fryer bbq chicken wings recipe promises a tantalizing feast that's both effortless and lip-smackingly delicious.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Marinate15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3
Calories: 436kcal
Author: Val

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Small container for BBQ sauce
  • Tongs
  • Culinary brush
  • Serving dish

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Begin by removing the tip of each chicken wing. You can use the small wing tips to make stock later.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken wings, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried onion, and paprika. Toss everything together to ensure the wings are evenly coated with the seasonings. If you have the time, you can allow the wings to marinate for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
  • Preheat the air fryer, mine’s the Instant Vortex Plus XL, to 355°F (180°C)
  • Air fry the chicken wings for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through. The exact cooking time can vary based on the size of the wings and the air fryer model you're using. The wings should be golden brown and have an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • About 5 minutes before the wings are ready, around the 20-25 minute mark, brush the wings with your favorite BBQ sauce. This step adds a wonderful BBQ flavor and slightly caramelizes the chicken wings.
  • Once the wings are cooked through and nicely browned, carefully remove them from the air fryer using tongs.
  • Serve the wings hot, drizzled with extra BBQ sauce.

Notes

Depending on the size of your air fryer, you might need to cook the wings in batches to avoid overcrowding. This allows the hot air to circulate properly and ensures even cooking.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 1373mg | Potassium: 382mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 372IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg