My instant pot Buffalo wings take just 15 minutes to prepare with only 5 simple ingredients! With minimal effort, I can have perfectly cooked Buffalo wings on the table just in time for the big game. The flavor is incredible, and these wings stay nice and juicy thanks to the instant pot. I love that I can always make more wings as we need them because they’re so quick and easy!
Instant Pot Buffalo Wings Recipe
I love classic deep fried Buffalo wings, but when I’m looking for a healthier, quicker, and less messy option, these instant pot Buffalo wings really come in handy. They’re super simple to make with ingredients I always keep on hand, like chicken broth and hot sauce. This recipe is perfect for a lazy day watching football or a quick and easy weeknight meal.
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How to Store and Reheat
Instant pot Buffalo wings are best when served hot and fresh. If you do have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating them in the air fryer or oven so they stay crispy!
Notes and Tips
- The beauty of the Instant Pot is that you can cook chicken wings right from frozen! Follow the recipe as it is, but add 5 minutes to the cooking time. This is convenience at its best!
- Be sure to place the wings on a trivet in the Instant Pot so that they don’t burn.
- Pour the broth over the wings to help them not dry out during cooking.
Instant Pot Buffalo Wings Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 4½ pounds chicken wings
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1-1½ cups hot sauce
Instructions
- Place trivet inside the Instant Pot.
- Season chicken wings and place on the trivet in a single layer.1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 4½ pounds chicken wings, ½ teaspoon pepper
- Pour chicken broth into the pot (directly over the chicken).1 cup chicken broth
- Seal cooker and set to HIGH pressure for 10 minutes (15 minutes for frozen).
- When it’s done, release the pressure valve and wait for pressure to release, then let the chicken rest another 5 minutes.
- Toss in your favorite sauce. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet.1-1½ cups hot sauce
- Broil at 550℉ for 3-4 minutes until sauce has caramelized.
- Toss once more in additional sauce.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. Enjoy!
Notes
How to make Instant Pot Buffalo Wings Step by Step
Season the chicken wings: Place the wings in a large bowl and toss them with 1 teaspoon of onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of pepper.
Pressure cook the wings: Place the wings on a trivet in the pressure cooker. Pour 1 cup of chicken broth into the pot, directly over the chicken. Set the cooker to high pressure for 10 minutes (15 if the wings are frozen). Release the pressure valve. Once the pressure has been released, let the wings rest for another 5 minutes.
Make them saucy: Toss the wings in 1 to 1½ cups of sauce, depending on how saucy you want them to be. Lay them in a single layer on a parchment-covered baking sheet.
Broil them: Broil the wings at 550°F for about 3-4 minutes or until the sauce has caramelized.
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