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BBQ air fryer chicken wings served on a platter
Serine Milo

BBQ Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Crispy and tender chicken wings cooked in an air fryer, coated with a smoky BBQ sauce and seasoned with a homemade spice rub.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chicken wings Fresh or frozen (if frozen, thaw them out)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For that perfect crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds a savory note
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Complements the garlic nicely
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Extra smokiness without the grill
  • 1 teaspoon salt To enhance all those flavors
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper For a bit of bite
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Your favorite brand or homemade

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat dry the chicken wings with paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well-coated.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd.
  3. Cook the wings for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. Once cooked, toss the wings in BBQ sauce in a large bowl.
  5. For a deeper flavor, coat the wings again and return to the air fryer for an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 900mgSugar: 6g

Notes

For a gluten-free version, ensure your BBQ sauce is certified gluten-free. Add cayenne pepper for extra spiciness. Options for different sauces include buffalo, teriyaki, or honey mustard. For a vegan version, use cauliflower florets instead of chicken wings.

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