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A vibrant plate of crispy air fryer chicken wings glazed with three different sauces, arranged neatly on a white platter with fresh herbs and dipping sauces around them. The golden-brown wings have a textured, crispy surface, contrasting with the glossy sheen of the sauces, including one with a spicy red hue, another with a tangy orange, and a third with a rich brown color. The presentation is inviting, ideal for a game day snack, set against a rustic wooden table with a casual, festive ambiance.

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings (3 Sauces!)

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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings (3 Sauces!) are the ultimate game day snack, offering perfectly crispy skin and tender meat with a variety of flavorful sauces. Ideal for parties, gatherings, or a delicious appetizer, these wings are easy to make and healthier than traditional frying methods.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds of chicken wings
  • 1 tablespoon of baking powder (aluminum-free)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Cooking spray or olive oil

For the three sauces:

  • Buffalo Sauce: hot sauce, butter, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce
  • Garlic Parmesan Sauce: melted butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley
  • Sweet and Spicy Honey Sriracha: honey, Sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar

Optional: celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for serving.

Instructions

  1. Pat and dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture for crispier wings.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  4. Arrange the coated wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
  5. Cook for 25-30 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping wings halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  6. While wings cook, prepare sauces by melting butter, mixing with ingredients specific to each sauce, and tossing cooked wings in your preferred sauce.
  7. Serve immediately with celery sticks and dressing of choice for maximum crunch and flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure wings are completely dry before coating to achieve maximum crispiness.
  • For extra crunch, you can double coat the wings or increase cooking time slightly.
  • Adjust sauce ingredients to taste for milder or spicier flavor profiles.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 wings
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg