Honey buffalo wings are the perfect combo of hot and sweet, and they’re so easy to make in the Air Fryer! No need to deep-fry, because this easy chicken wings recipe gets perfectly crispy without all that extra oil and effort. Next, I slather them in my homemade honey buffalo wing sauce, which is just 3 simple ingredients. It’s the quickest way to a game day winner of an appetizer!
Honey Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe
Did someone just say buffalo wings with honey? OH, that was me.
Well, my classic buffalo wings recipe just got a makeover! Air-frying chicken wings is a great way to save time without sacrificing crispy skin. Plus adding honey to buttery buffalo wing sauce…it’s a genius move. Hot sauce and honey really go together like peanut butter and jelly in this recipe, creating a tangy and slightly sweet flavor that I can’t get enough of.
Made with 7 simple ingredients in 25 minutes, I won’t miss any of the big game while making these wings for everyone! And if you don’t have an Air Fryer, I’ve included oven-baking instructions in the notes below.
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How to Store and Reheat
The longer these air fryer chicken wings sit in the honey buffalo sauce, the less crispy they’ll be. So I don’t recommend storing sauced wings if you really want that crisp bite. However, you can store the wings and sauce in separate airtight containers, in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat in the Air Fryer for best results!
Notes and Tips
- Always cook chicken wings in a single layer in the Air Fryer for even cooking and crispy results.
- Don’t forget to flip the wings halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Prepare the honey buffalo sauce while the wings cook, so you can toss them while they’re still hot for maximum flavor.
- If you don’t have an Air Fryer, you can bake these in the oven at 400°F for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through. After 30 minutes, brush the honey Buffalo sauce onto the wings and bake again for 10 minutes. Then, flip and brush the other sides, and bake again until crispy (or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F).
Air Fryer Honey Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe
Ingredients
For the Chicken Wings:
- 1 pound chicken wing portions, thawed see note
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
For the Honey Buffalo Sauce:
- ½ cup hot sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
For the Chicken Wings:
- Add the chicken wing portions, flour, garlic powder, and salt to a large bowl and toss to combine.1 pound chicken wing portions, thawed, ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray (or brush it with olive oil) and add the chicken wings in a single layer. Try not to overcrowd the basket or they won’t get crispy.
- Spray the top of the wings with olive oil spray and cook for 8 minutes at 400°F.
- Flip over the chicken wings and cook for an additional 8 minutes.
- Remove the wings from the air fryer and set them aside while you make the sauce.
For the Honey Buffalo Sauce:
- In a small microwave safe bowl, combine the hot sauce, honey, and butter.½ cup hot sauce, ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Microwave on high for 1 minute. Whisk to combine. If the butter is not fully melted, heat for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour the sauce over the wings and serve immediately.
Notes
How to Make Honey Buffalo Wings in an Air Fryer Step by Step
Coat the Chicken Wings: In a large bowl, combine a ½ cup of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt. Add 1 pound of chicken wing portions and toss to coat evenly.
Prepare the Air Fryer: Brush the Air Fryer basket with olive oil or spray it with olive oil cooking spray. Place the chicken wings into the basket in a single layer – any overlapping will stop the wings from getting as crispy.
Cook the Chicken Wings: Spray the chicken wings with olive oil. Set your air fryer to 400°F and cook for 8 minutes. Then turn the chicken wings over and cook for 8 more minutes. After the time is up, set the wings to one side while you make the sauce.
Make the Honey Buffalo Wing Sauce: Mix ½ cup hot sauce, ¼ cup of honey, and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small, microwave-safe bowl. Place the bowl in the microwave and heat for 1 minute. Mix thoroughly so that the butter is completely melted into the hot sauce and honey mixture. Microwave for 30 more seconds if the butter isn’t completely melted.
Serve and Enjoy: Place the chicken wings in a bowl and pour the honey buffalo sauce on top. Toss to evenly coat and serve hot!
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