Crispy Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

Course: Appetizers, Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, International

Diet: Kosher, Low Fat

Keyword: air fryer honey garlic chicken wings, air fryer wings recipe, Cosori air fryer chicken wings, crispy air fryer chicken wings, sticky honey garlic wings

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 35

Resting/Marinating time: 30

Total Time: 1 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 365kcal

Author: Timea

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a sweet-and-savory caramelized honey garlic glaze. Made effortlessly in the air fryer in just 35 minutes of cooking!

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Equipment

1 Cosori air fryer or standard basket air fryer
1 Kitchen tongs
1 mixing bowl large
1 Silicone pastry brush
1 Paper towels

Ingredients

For the Chicken Wings & Rub:

1 kg chicken wings split into flats and drumettes, wingtips removed
1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
1 teaspoon sea salt fine
½ teaspoon ground pepper freshly ground
1 teaspoon paprika Hungarian, mild
1 teaspoon vegetable mix dried, Vegeta or Delikat
1 teaspoon onion powder or granules
3 cloves garlic minced or crushed
2 teaspoon honey runny
3 sprigs thyme fresh, leaves picked from stems

For the Sticky Glaze Finish:

1 tablespoon honey for brushing in the last 10 minutes

Instructions

Prep the wings: Slice the whole wings through the joints to separate the drumettes and flats. Cut off and discard the wingtips (or freeze for stock). Pat the wings thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
Season: Place the chicken wings in a large glass bowl. Add the olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, Hungarian paprika, dried vegetable seasoning, onion powder, crushed garlic, thyme leaves, and 2 teaspoons of honey. Massage well with your hands until every piece is evenly coated.
Marinate (optional): Let the seasoned wings rest in the refrigerator or in a cool place for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
Preheat: Preheat your air fryer to 195°C (383°F) for 3 to 4 minutes. Lightly grease the basket with a little olive oil or non-aerosol cooking spray.
First Air Fry (25 Mins): Arrange the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer with a little space between each piece so the air circulates freely (cook in batches if needed). Air fry at 195°C (383°F) for 25 minutes.
Flip & Glaze (10 Mins): Open the basket, flip each wing over using kitchen tongs, and brush the top surface generously with honey using a silicone pastry brush.
Finish Cooking: Return the basket to the air fryer and continue cooking at 195°C (383°F) for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, until the glaze is bubbling, caramelized, and sticky.
Rest & Serve: Transfer the wings to a serving plate and let them sit for 2 to 3 minutes so the glaze thickens slightly. Serve warm with garlic mayonnaise and a fresh tomato salad.

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Notes

Maximum Crispiness: Make sure the chicken wings are bone-dry before adding the oil and seasonings. Surface moisture prevents the skin from crisping properly.
Avoid Overcrowding: Do not stack wings on top of each other. Cook in two batches if your basket is smaller, as overlapping chicken will steam instead of roast.
Prevent Scorching: Brushing the honey glaze on only during the final 8 to 10 minutes ensures the sugars caramelize without burning at 195°C (383°F).
Sweetener Alternatives: Pure maple syrup or brown sugar can be used as a 1:1 substitute for honey.

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