Frozen Chicken Wings in Air Fryer Recipe
Easy and delicious air-fried frozen chicken wings with a crispy skin and classic buffalo sauce coating, perfect for a quick snack or appetizer with minimal prep time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Wings
- 8 frozen chicken wings
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Buffalo Sauce
- 1/4 cup Frank's Red Hot Original hot sauce
- 1/4 cup (56 grams) melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Air Fryer Basket: Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent the wings from sticking during cooking.
- Coat the Wings: Place the frozen chicken wings in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil, tossing them to ensure even coating.
- Season the Wings: Mix garlic powder and salt together, then sprinkle over the wings and stir to evenly coat each wing with the seasoning.
- Arrange Wings in Basket: Place the seasoned wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching to allow proper air circulation for crispiness.
- Initial Cooking: Cook the wings at 360 °F (180 °C) for 10 minutes, then flip each wing to cook evenly on both sides.
- Increase Heat and Finish Cooking: Raise the temperature to 400 °F (205 °C) and continue cooking for an additional 15 to 22 minutes. Shake the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even crisping, until the skin is crispy and wings are cooked through.
- Make the Buffalo Sauce: While the wings cook, combine the Frank's Red Hot sauce with melted unsalted butter in a bowl and mix well.
- Coat the Wings: Once the wings are cooked and crispy, transfer them to a bowl and toss them thoroughly in the buffalo sauce for a classic flavor. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure the wings crisp properly.
- Cooking time may vary based on the size of the wings and air fryer model; always check for crispiness and internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C).
- For extra spicy wings, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the seasoning.
- Allow wings to rest for a few minutes before serving for best flavor and texture.