Air Fryer Buffalo Wings (fast & easy)

Air Fryer Buffalo Wings are the sauciest and easiest wings ever! Done in less than 20 minutes, you’ll never make wings any other way!

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

Using the air fryer allows them to get super crispy without actually frying them. Once you try this method, you will never cook wings another way. Serve these with a side of Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing, and  Air Fryer French Fries, or Instant Pot Corn on the Cob for the perfect meal!

Don't like buffalo wings? Follow my recipe to make the Perfect Crispy Chicken Wings in the Air Fryer or Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings.

Making wings in the Air Fryer couldn’t be easier! I use my homemade Buffalo Sauce to coat these wings, but you can use store bought as well.

How to make Air Fryer Buffalo 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 completely dry (this will help them get crispy).
• Place the wings into a bowl and add oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to completely coat the wings.
  • Feel free to use your own favorite seasonings, however this is a basic traditional chicken wing seasoning blend (and delicious).
• Preheat the Air Fryer at 400 F degrees for 2 minutes.
• Add the wings in a single layer to the air fryer (they should NOT be touching), and cook for 10 minutes at 400 F degrees.

• While they are cooking, make the buffalo wing sauce.
  • In a small bowl melt ¼ cup of butter. Add ½ cup hot sauce to the butter and whisk to combine completely.

• After the timer goes off, open and carefully add the wings to the buffalo sauce. Toss to coat.
• Add the wings back to the air fryer, close, and cook 8 more minutes.

• After the time is up, remove the chicken wings and serve with your favorite side dishes or Homemade Chunky Blue Cheese!

What to serve with Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings:

• Serve with your favorite dips such as Cilantro Lime Dip, Jalapeno Ranch, or The Best Chunky Blue Cheese.
• 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!
• Use the air fryer to make Frozen French Fries or Tater Tots to serve alongside the wings!
• A hearty scoop of Creamy Mac and Cheese also gos VERY WELL alongside Wings!
• Make a Simple Wedge Salad to go with the wings!
• Serve with just celery and carrots and a side of Blue Cheese Dressing – YUM!

Can I bake Buffalo 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, toss with buffalo sauce, then add back to the baking sheet 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:

• Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
• 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

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