If there’s one recipe that always disappears first on game day, it’s these Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Wings. They’ve got that crave-worthy combo perfectly crispy skin, juicy meat, and a bold, buttery buffalo kick that keeps everyone reaching for “just one more.” And the best part? You don’t have to deep-fry anything or deal with a messy kitchen. The air fryer does all the work, and you end up with restaurant-style wings in about 25 minutes. Whether it’s movie night, a casual dinner, or a full-on party spread, these wings are the MVP every single time.
Quick Timing
- Prep: 5 minutes
- Cook: 20 minutes
- Total: 25 minutes
- Serves: 2–3
What You’ll Need
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken wings, split into drummettes and flats
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup Frank’s RedHot Original Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- To serve: blue cheese or ranch dressing, celery sticks
Kitchen Basics
No special tools, just your everyday kitchen staples:
- Air fryer
- Large mixing bowl
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Paper towels
- Tongs
How To Make Them
- Preheat your air fryer: Give the basket a quick spray with non-stick cooking spray and set it to 400°F (200°C).
- Dry & season: Pat the wings really dry with paper towels this is the secret to that crisp! Toss them in a big bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook ’em up: Arrange wings in a single layer (no crowding!) and air fry for 10 minutes. Flip them with tongs, then cook another 10 minutes or until they’re crispy, golden, and perfect.
- Make the sauce: Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl, then whisk in Frank’s RedHot sauce until smooth and glossy.
- Toss & serve: Transfer wings into the bowl of sauce and toss until coated in that spicy buttery goodness. Serve right away with celery and your favorite dip because hot wings wait for no one.
Tips from My Kitchen
- The drier your wings before cooking, the crispier they’ll get!
- Cook in batches if needed they’ll brown up better with room to breathe.
- Want them extra saucy? Toss, then pop back in the air fryer for 2 more minutes to caramelize.
- Leftovers? Reheat in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes and they’ll be as crispy as new!
Nutrition
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 310 | 28 g | 2 g | 20 g |