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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy crispy, flavorful chicken wings cooked effortlessly in the air fryer with a smoky barbecue glaze.

Ingredients

Chicken Wings

  • 2.5 pounds fresh chicken wings (approximately 20 wingettes)
  • 0.5 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2-3 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt ((or to taste))
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground pepper ((or to taste))

Instructions 

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Mix all spices in a small bowl. Pat wings dry, then toss with olive oil and seasoning mixture.
  • Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer. Cook for 8 minutes, flip, then cook another 8 minutes.
  • Brush barbecue sauce on wings, cook for 2-4 more minutes until crispy.

Notes

For extra crispiness, cook wings a few minutes longer or increase temperature slightly.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Wings