Air Fryer Buffalo Wings Recipe

If you’ve ever craved restaurant-style buffalo wings at home, this air fryer version is the answer! No deep fryer, no excessive oil—just perfectly crispy wings with a buttery, spicy kick.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer, appetizer, buffalo wild wings, buffalo wings, game day, wings

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Servings

Calories 374kcal

Author Jesseca

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken wings
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup buffalo sauce
¼ cup butter

Instructions

Start by patting your chicken wings dry with a paper towel. This helps remove excess moisture, which is the key to crispy skin. Once dry, season them with a generous pinch of salt.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (if needed). Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket—don’t overcrowd them! Air fry for 25-30 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to ensure they cook evenly and don’t stick. The wings are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F and the skin is golden and crispy.
While the wings cook, melt the butter and stir it into your buffalo sauce in a large bowl. This gives the sauce a smooth, rich texture that clings to the wings perfectly.
As soon as the wings are done, transfer them to the bowl with the sauce and toss until fully coated. Serve immediately with blue cheese or ranch and a side of celery and carrots for the ultimate wing experience!

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