Air Fryer Asian Chicken Wings (crispy & sticky)

Air Fryer Asian Chicken Wings are the crispiest glazed wings ever! Done in less than 20 minutes, you'll never make wings another way again!

The air fryer is an appliance that basically takes cooking to another level...an easier and faster method for everything. These Air Fryer Asian Chicken Wings not only take a fraction of the time of baking, but they get so crispy you'll think they are fried!

Using the air fryer allows these wings to get super crispy without actually frying them, saving tons of fat and calories. My regular Air Fryer Chicken Wings is the most popular chicken wing recipe on the internet! Once you try this method, you will never cook wings another way.

Serve these with Air Fryer French Fries or One Pot Spicy Thai Noodles for the perfect meal! Want to spice it up? Try these Air Fryer BUFFALO wings!

Making these Air Fryer sticky wings could not be easier!

How to make Air Fryer Asian Chicken Wings:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

• First prep the chicken wings.
  • If you have full wings, separate them into drums and flats.
  • Make sure they are defrosted.
  • Pat them dry completely dry (this will help them get crispy).
• Using a medium sized bowl, add sesame oil, red pepper flakes, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, sriracha, and ginger; mix with a whisk for 30 seconds. Place the wings into the bowl*, then toss to completely coat the wings.
  • *Alternatively, use a ziplock bag to place the wings into and then toss with the sauce.
• Place the wings, covered, into the fridge and let marinade at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).

• Preheat the Air Fryer at 350 F degrees for 2 minutes.
• Add the asian chicken wings in a single layer to the air fryer (they should NOT be touching), and cook for 9 minutes at 350 F degrees.

• After the timer goes off, open and carefully flip over the chicken wings. Using the remaining marinade, brush the wings liberally with the sauce.
• Close the air fryer and change temp to 400 degrees F, and cook for 7 minutes. When the time is up check the internal temperate of the wings using a digital thermometer- they should be at least 165 degrees F.
• Remove the chicken wings, and set aside.

• Using the remaining marinade, make a quick glaze: Using a small sauce pot on the stove top, add the left over marinade and heat on HIGH heat. Once it starts boiling, reduce to a simmer.
• Using a small cup, add cornstarch and water, then mix. Pour the slurry into the mixture, bring back to a quick boil, then turn back down to a simmer and cook 5 minutes; stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken up quickly. Remove from heat and brush the sauce over the wings.
• Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds! Serve while hot!

What to serve with Air Fryer Asian Chicken Wings:

• One of my most popular recipes, One Pot Spicy Thai Noodles would be perfect alongside these wings!
• Garlic Ginger Spinach would be very tasty with these wings and keep it healthy!
• Serve with a side of corn on the cob - Instant Pot Corn on the Cob or Air Fryer Corn on the Cob is always a hit!
• These easy Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts would go along very well with the asian wings!
• Or make a Simple Wedge Salad to go with the wings!
• Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries have become one of my favorite side dishes! So much healthier than the fried alternative!
• Or just serve as an appetizer and enjoy!

Can I bake these Chicken Wings?

Yes, however it takes much longer to get them crispy. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and place the wings on a single layer on a baking sheet (place on an oven rack on top of the baking sheet to get crispier). Bake for 30 minutes, then flip and cook another 15-30 minutes depending on desired crispiness.

What type of Air Fryer Should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

• OMORC Air Fryer 6QT -1600W Powerful Electric Hot Oven 10 Preset Menus Dual Control System 6-in-1 Function
• COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
• GoWISE USA 7 QT Air Fryer -with Dehydrator & 3 Stackable Racks, Led Digital Touchscreen

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

• OMORC Air Fryer 6QT -1600W Powerful Electric Hot Oven 10 Preset Menus Dual Control System 6-in-1 Function
• COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
• GoWISE USA 7 QT Air Fryer -with Dehydrator & 3 Stackable Racks, Led Digital Touchscreen

• OMORC Air Fryer 6QT -1600W Powerful Electric Hot Oven 10 Preset Menus Dual Control System 6-in-1 Function
• COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
• GoWISE USA 7 QT Air Fryer -with Dehydrator & 3 Stackable Racks, Led Digital Touchscreen

If you like using the air fryer as much as I do, checkout these other Air Fryer ideas:

• Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
• Air Fryer Kale Chips are the easiest and most delicious Kale Chips! Made in just minutes and super healthy (63 calories per serving), these will be your go-to snack!
• Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are so easy – crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside!
• Air Fryer Fish is a deliciously flaky with a crunchy coating that's perfect for a meal, as a sandwich, or tossed into a salad!
• Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!
• Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos are perfectly crispy without any of the added oil from frying! They’re delicious, easy, and make the perfect quick meal or snack!
• Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are the perfect appetizer! With no oil and only a handful of ingredients, they’re easy and guilt-free.