THE BEST AIR FRYER CHICKEN WINGS!

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken Wings (fresh, bone‑in, split at the joint)
• 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour (regular, sifted)
• 0.25 cup Corn Starch (helps create extra crispness)
• 1 pinch Salt (kosher or fine sea salt)
• 1 pinch Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 pinch Garlic Powder
• 1 pinch Oregano (optional, dried)
• 3 tablespoons Soda Water (carbonated, creates a light batter)
• 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (Japanese style, extra‑light)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes)
• 1 tablespoon Garlic (minced or pressed)
• 1 tablespoon Cayenne Pepper (adjust to heat preference)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes
• 2 tablespoons Hot Honey (spicy honey, can substitute regular honey + extra chili)
• 0.25 cup Barbecue Sauce (your favorite brand)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish (optional))

Instructions

1. Make the Dry Coating

   In a large mixing bowl combine 1/2 cup all‑purpose flour, 1/4 cup corn starch, a pinch of salt, a pinch of black pepper, a pinch of garlic powder, and a pinch of oregano. Stir until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT5M

2. Create the Wet Batter

   Add 3 tablespoons soda water to the dry mixture and whisk quickly to form a thin, pourable batter (similar to a pancake batter). It should coat the back of a spoon without being too thick.

   Time: PT2M

3. Coat the Wings

   Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss the wings in the batter until lightly coated, then roll each wing in 1 cup panko breadcrumbs until fully covered. Arrange coated wings on a plate or tray.

   Time: PT5M

4. Preheat the Air Fryer

   Set the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 380°F

5. Air‑Fry the Wings

   Place the coated wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer (you may need to do two batches). Cook at 380°F for 15 minutes without flipping. The wings should be golden‑brown and crisp.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: 380°F

6. Prepare the Hot Honey Butter Garlic Sauce

   While the wings are cooking, melt 1/4 cup butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, 2 tablespoons hot honey, and 1/4 cup barbecue sauce. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium Heat

7. Toss Wings in Sauce

   Transfer the cooked wings to a large bowl, pour the hot honey butter garlic sauce over them, and toss until every wing is evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

8. Serve

   Arrange the wings on a serving platter, sprinkle chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately while hot and crunchy.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

620

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

40g

Fiber

1g