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My favorite food to cook in the Air Fryer is chicken wings. It’s easy and there is such a variety of flavors that you can create something new each time. These honey garlic chicken wings are no exception! Loaded with flavor and without the spice.
What You Will Find in This Post
- Ingredients and instructions on how to make these honey garlic wings in the air fryer.
- Tips and tricks on how to make these wings.
- Frequently asked questions, storage, and reheating tips.
Why I Love These
These are great for parties but they are a great dinner as well. You can cook them and the family can eat dinner together or if you are on-the-go they can grab them quickly and get full before a baseball game or dance class.
For dinner, I like to serve them with a variety of sauces because they are dippable, but these are great on their own. The garlic and honey just explode with flavor.
Some of the sides that I like to serve them with are french fries (cooked in the Air Fryer, of course), Fried rice, macaroni salad, and of course, cornbread.
I love these wings because they are quick, and easy, and everyone devours them.
You can also save time by making these wings the day before. Reheating wings in the air fryer can make them taste fresh and new!
If you love wings, you might also enjoy these Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings.
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Ingredients
- 30 chicken wings
- Olive Oil
- Minced Garlic
- Granulated sugar
- Sriracha sauce
- Margarine
- Soy sauce
- Honey
- Water
- Cornstarch
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
You will be surprised at how quick you can put these chicken wings together and cook them and because they make 30 wings you get a nice meal.
The prep time is only five minutes and cooking takes 25 minutes, that’s easy enough when you come in the door to cook before everyone starts fussing that they are hungry.
Remember that each air fryer is different so cooking time may vary, but as long as you keep an eye on them and check them with a food thermometer you should be good.
If you are looking for more easy dinner recipes, try these air fryer stuffed peppers, air fryer cheese stuffed meatballs, air fryer turkey legs, or air fryer shrimp egg rolls.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the Air Fryer to 360 degrees.
Step 2
Put the chicken wings into a large storage bag, add olive oil, and toss until the wings are completely coated.
Step 3
Place the wings in the Air Fryer for 18 minutes, you will need to toss them every six minutes.
Step 4
While the wings are cooking, add the remaining ingredients to a small saucepan and bring it to a boil. Turn down the heat and all the sauce to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
Step 5
Remove the sauce from the heat and cover.
Step 6
After the wings are finished cooking, put them in a bowl and pour the sauce from the pan over them. Stir until they are coated well.
Step 7
Sprinkle the wings with sesame seeds before serving.
Tips
Preheat the Air Fryer: Always preheat your air fryer for a few minutes before adding the chicken wings. This helps to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
Use Fresh or Thawed Wings: If you’re using frozen wings, make sure to thaw them completely before cooking. Fresh wings are ideal for the best texture and flavor.
Basting Sauce: While the wings are cooking, prepare your honey garlic sauce. Combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and a dash of vinegar in a saucepan. Cook and stir until it thickens slightly.
Toss and Coat: Once the wings are done, remove them from the air fryer and place them in a large bowl. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the wings and toss them to coat evenly. You can also brush the sauce onto the wings if you prefer.
Adjust for Preferred Crispiness: If you like your wings extra crispy, you can increase the cooking time slightly, but be cautious not to overcook them and dry them out.
Experiment with Flavors: Don’t be afraid to experiment with different seasonings or sauces to customize your honey garlic wings to your taste. You can also add a touch of sriracha or crushed red pepper flakes for some heat.
Storage and Reheating
Storing: Allow the cooked chicken wings to cool down to room temperature. It’s essential to avoid trapping steam, which can make them soggy. Place the wings in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Reheating: Preheat your air fryer to around 375°F (190°C). Place the cold chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Heat for about 5-7 minutes, flipping them halfway through, or until they are heated through and crispy again.
FAQs
Yes, you can use frozen chicken wings, but it’s best to thaw them completely before cooking for even and crispy results.
Yes, it’s recommended to preheat the air fryer for a few minutes before adding the chicken wings. This helps to ensure even cooking and better crisping.
Yes, you can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat it gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before tossing it with the cooked wings.
Yes, you can use boneless chicken wings or chicken tenders for this recipe. Adjust the cooking time accordingly, as boneless pieces may cook faster than bone-in wings.
Popular side dishes to serve with honey garlic chicken wings include coleslaw, rice, steamed vegetables, and celery sticks with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
I hope you love these wings as much as we do! It’s one of my favorite wing recipes that’s not to spicy and still has a lot of flavor.
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Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 15 chicken wings, cut into wings and drummies
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp margarine
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut the chicken wings into dummies and small wings, and place into a plastic storage bag. Add olive oil and seal the bag, tossing until the wings are all fully covered.
- Place the wings in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket and cook for 18 minutes. Toss the wings every six minutes. After 18 minutes, increase the temperature of the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit for an additional 2 minute cook time, for a total cook time of 20 minutes.
- While the wings are cooking, add the remaining ingredients to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Turn down the heat and allow the sauce to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove the sauce from the heat and cover to keep warm.
- When the wings are cooked, add them to a medium sized mixing bowl and cover in the wing sauce, tossing to cover completely.
- Add the wings to a serving tray and cover with the toasted sesame seeds just before serving.
Notes
- To make wings extra crispy, add a pinch of baking powder to each wing before cooking.
- Make sure the wings have reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit before serving. If needed, add 1-2 minute increments of cook time.
- Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until chicken is heated fully through.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Perfect recipe!!! Thank you so much!
So glad you liked it! It’s one of my favorites 🙂
Very delicious,thanks.