How can anyone complain about yummy, juicy glazed over BBQ wings?! Trust me, no one will, and the whole family will love these delicious Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings. These BBQ Chicken Wings are the fastest main course meal I have ever made.
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Why You’ll This Chicken Wings Recipe
- Flavorful And Delicious: This style of air fryer BBQ chicken wings almost tastes grilled compared to oven baked wings.
- Fast And Easy: One of the easiest and fastest ways to make BBQ chicken wings.
- Versatile: No matter which BBQ sauce I used, the flavor was amazing.
Recipe Ingredients
- Chicken wings: You will need about 12 full size chicken wings for this air fryer BBQ chicken wings recipe.
- Cavender’s Greek Seasoning: This seasoning is a combination of 13-different seasonings that give your wings the ultimate flavor.
- Olive oil: The oil helps combine all of your different seasonings.
- Worcestershire sauce: This sauce helps to tenderize your air fryer wings.
- White vinegar: Adds a sweet flavor to your wings as they build pressure to cook.
- Barbecue sauce: We use Sweet Baby Rays BBQ Sauce, but you can use your favorite barbecue sauce.
How To Make Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings?
Step One: In a mixing bowl, add the Cavender’s, oil, vinegar, and Worcestershire. Mix well. Make sure it’s not lumpy from the seasoning. Place wings in the bowl and coat well.
Step Two: Use a grill brush or a spoon to cover each wing with a nice layer of BBQ glaze. Cover with plastic wrap. Next, place the wings in the fridge for 3-8 hours. The longer they marinate, the more tender the wings will be. Don’t marinade for more than 12 hours.
Step Three: Place the wings in the air fryer basket, leaving room between wings. Cook chicken wings on 400℉ for 10-12 minutes.
Step Four: Coat wings in BBQ sauce. Then, flip, and cook wings on 350℉ for 5 minutes. Give the wings a few minutes to cool before serving.
Tips And Tricks For Cooking Chicken Wings
- Check for Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken wings reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving. This guarantees that the wings are cooked through and safe to eat.
- Use Cooking Spray: Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray before adding the chicken wings. This helps prevent sticking and promotes even browning.
Variations
- Garlic Honey BBQ Chicken Wings: Elevate your air fryer BBQ chicken wings by incorporating garlic powder and a touch of honey in the seasoning mix for a delightful twist on traditional flavors.
How To Store BBQ Chicken Wings
- Storage Instructions: Allow the air fryer BBQ chicken wings to cool completely before storing. Place the wings in an airtight container or resealable bag. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing Instructions: To freeze, arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the baking sheet in the freezer until the wings are frozen solid. Transfer the frozen bbq chicken wings to a freezer-safe bag or container for long-term storage. Freeze for up to 2-3 months.
- Reheating Instructions: To reheat leftover BBQ chicken wings from refrigerated, preheat the air fryer to 350°F. Place the wings in the air fryer basket and heat for 3-4 minutes until warmed through. For frozen chicken wings, increase the cooking time to 8-10 minutes or until heated thoroughly.
What To Serve With BBQ Chicken Wings
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Tossed in olive oil, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt for a sweet and savory delight.
- Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Pancakes: Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, with a gooey cheese surprise in every bite.
- Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes: Thinly sliced, baked to perfection, and loaded with cheese, bacon, and green onions for an indulgent twist.
- Corn on the Cob: Try corn slathered in butter and herbs for a summer twist.
- Garlic Cilantro Lime Rice: Fluffy rice mixed with garlic and zesty lime.
- Asparagus: Asparagus spears seasoned and charred to perfection.
FAQ’S
Should Chicken Wings Be Thawed Before Air Frying?
For best results I would recommend thawing the wings, so you can season them better. However, you don’t need to defrost the chicken wings before air frying, but you will need to increase the time by 5-minutes.
How Many Wings Fit in the Air Fryer?
The amount of wings you can fit in your air fryer depends on how big the air fryer is. If you have a 4-quart, you can easily air fry 6 wings at a time. If you have a 6.5 quart air fryer, you can cook up to 12 wings at a time. The bigger the air fryer, the more wings you can cook. Just make sure to space them out so they are not overlapping.
Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings
Ingredients
- 4 lbs Chicken wings
- 2 Tbsps Greek Seasoning
- 2 Tbsps Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsps Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Tbsps White Vinegar
- 1 ½ Cup Sweet Baby Rays BBQ Sauce
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add the Cavender’s, oil, vinegar, and Worcestershire. Mix well. Make sure it's not lumpy from the seasoning.
- Place wings in the bowl and coat well. Use a grill brush or a spoon to cover each wing with a nice layer of BBQ glaze. Cover with plastic wrap.
- Next, place the wings in the fridge for 3-8 hours. The longer they marinate, the more tender the wings will be. Don't marinade for more than 12 hours.
- Place the wings in the air fryer basket, leaving room between wings. Cook chicken wings on 400℉ for 10-12 minutes.
- Coat wings in BBQ sauce. Then, flip, and cook wings on 350℉ for 5 minutes.
- Give the wings a few minutes to cool before eating.
- Serve air fryer bbq chicken wings and Enjoy!