Description
Crispy chicken wings coated in a sticky sweet and spicy hot honey butter sauce, perfect for game nights and casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats)
- 1/2 cup hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) unsalted butter
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional seasonings:
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Optional crisping agent:
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Garnishes:
- Flaky sea salt, chopped parsley or chives, sesame seeds, sliced green onions, lemon wedges
Instructions
- Pat the wings very dry with paper towels.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C); if using an oven, preheat to 425°F (220°C).
- Season the wings with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for about 18–22 minutes, flipping or shaking at the halfway mark.
- While wings cook, warm the hot honey and butter together in a small saucepan over low heat.
- When the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl.
- Pour the hot honey butter over the wings and gently toss until coated.
- Plate the wings and finish with flaky salt and optional garnishes.
Notes
If using frozen wings, thaw completely and pat dry. For boneless wings, reduce cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American