My Air Fryer Buffalo Wings deliver the crisp, saucy wing experience without deep-frying mess. Golden and crunchy on the outside, tender and juicy inside, then tossed in classic buffalo sauce—these wings are an easier, lighter way to enjoy game-day fare, party snacks, or a simple weeknight treat.
😋 Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings Ingredients
Ingredients for a simple batch of air fryer wings:
- 1 lb bone-in chicken wings (about 454 g)
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Cooking oil spray
- 1/3 cup Frank’s RedHot Original Sauce (or your preferred wing sauce)
- 1½ tablespoons butter
- Blue cheese or ranch dressing, carrot sticks, celery sticks (optional, for serving)
If you buy whole wings, cut them at the joints into drumettes and wing sections; use the tips for stock or broth. Note that air fryers vary—adjust cook times as needed for your model.
🔥 How to Cook Air Fryer Buffalo Wings
Pat wings dry and place in a medium bowl. Mix baking powder with chili and garlic powders, then toss the wings in the mixture until evenly coated. The baking powder helps create a crisp exterior in the air fryer.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Arrange wings in a single layer without overcrowding and lightly mist the wings with spray.
Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping the wings after about 10 minutes. Cook until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C). Times can vary by air fryer and wing size.
While wings cook, melt butter with Frank’s RedHot (or your chosen sauce) in a small saucepan, stirring until smooth.
When the wings are done, use tongs to dip and coat each piece in the buffalo sauce. Serve immediately with blue cheese or ranch and fresh carrot and celery sticks if you like.
Watch How to Make It!
Air Fryer Buffalo Wings Recipe
Summer Yule
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. bone-in chicken wings (454 grams)
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- cooking oil spray
- ⅓ cup Frank’s RedHot sauce (or your favorite wing sauce)
- 1½ tablespoons butter
- blue cheese dressing, carrot sticks, celery sticks (for serving, optional)
Instructions
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Pat the wings dry, then combine baking powder, chili powder, and garlic powder. Toss wings until evenly coated.
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Lightly spray the air fryer basket. Arrange wings in a single layer and mist them with spray.
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Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping after 10 minutes. Ensure wings reach 165°F (74°C) internally.
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Melt butter with hot sauce in a small pan and stir until combined.
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Toss or dip cooked wings in the sauce so each piece is coated. Serve right away with dressing and veggies if desired.
Equipment
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Air Fryer
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Tongs
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Kitchen Thermometer (recommended)
Notes
💭 Expert Tips from Dietitian Summer Yule
This is a level 2 recipe (transition or weight maintenance). A serving of wings with dressing and veggies can be a satisfying, moderate-calorie meal. Keep in mind that many buffalo sauces are high in sodium, so adjust if you need a lower-sodium option.
Air frying produces a crisp exterior without deep-frying oil, making these wings a lighter, lower-calorie, and low-carb-friendly take on classic Buffalo wings.
Nutrition info refers to one serving of wings only (no dressing or sides).
nutrition info disclaimer
All recipes may not suit everyone—consult a registered dietitian or physician for personalized advice. Nutrition estimates vary by brand and ingredient choices and should be used as a guide. Ensure food reaches safe internal temperatures before serving.
Nutrition
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➕ How many calories in a chicken wing?
Calorie counts vary by size, skin, and sauce. A typical air-fried wing ranges from roughly 39 calories (skinless, small) up to 89 calories (with skin). This recipe averages about 99 calories per wing depending on portion size and sauce. Deep-fried wings are often much higher—typically 159–201 calories per wing—so air frying can significantly reduce calories.
🍗 Air Fryer Chicken Wings Calories Chart
| Number of Chicken Wings | Air Fried Wings Calories* |
|---|---|
| 1 | 39–89 |
| 2 | 78–178 |
| 3 | 117–267 |
| 4 | 156–356 |
| 5 | 195–445 |
| 6 | 234–534 |
| 7 | 273–623 |
| 8 | 312–712 |
| 9 | 351–801 |
| 10 | 390–890 |
| 11 | 429–979 |
| 12 | 468–1068 |
*Lower range applies to skinless wings and light sauces; higher range to wings with skin or richer sauces. For precise values, check nutrition labels for your ingredients.
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