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Plate of crispy spicy Buffalo wings with dipping sauce and celery sticks

Crispy Spicy Buffalo Wings

Enjoy these crispy spicy buffalo wings, air-fried to perfection for a guilt-free indulgence on game days or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder for extra crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust for heat preference
  • ½ cup hot sauce Frank's RedHot is a favorite
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter
Dipping Sauce
  • blue cheese or ranch dressing for dipping (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and ensure it's heated fully.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne. Toss everything together until the wings are evenly coated.
Cooking
  1. Transfer the wings to the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they're not overcrowded.
  2. Cook the wings for about 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through until they are golden brown and crispy.
  3. While the wings are cooking, mix together the hot sauce and melted butter in a separate bowl.
  4. Once the wings are done, remove them from the air fryer and coat them in the hot sauce mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 32gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 800mg

Notes

For an exciting twist, switch out the buffalo sauce for a honey garlic sauce or a dry rub. For a vegan alternative, use cauliflower florets following the same cooking method.

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