Air Fried Honey Chicken Wings

Air Fried Honey Chicken Wings are a sticky tasty delight that an air fryer can provide easily. The sheer gorgeousness of this recipe is the soft moist chicken and a sticky sauce that always makes things better. I use scallions which are coated in the sauce so the chicken has that mild onion surprise for even more flavour. Serve as a main dish with chips, fries, salad and on their own.

Air-fried honey chicken wings are a delectable fusion of sweet, savoury, and spicy flavours that have gained popularity among food enthusiasts for their crispy texture and rich taste. Unlike traditional fried wings, air-fried honey chicken wings offer a healthier alternative without compromising on flavour, thanks to the innovative cooking technique that uses hot air circulation to achieve that coveted crispy exterior.

The secret to these wings lies in their marinade, which infuses the chicken with a mouth-watering blend of Asian-inspired flavours. The base of the marinade is dark soy sauce, which adds depth and umami to the dish. Combined with honey, the wings take on a delightful sweetness that caramelises beautifully during cooking, creating a sticky glaze that clings to each bite. The addition of minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped spring onions introduces aromatic notes that balance the sweetness with a subtle pungency, elevating the overall flavour profile.

Spices such as paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and a touch of cayenne pepper add layers of warmth and spice, making these wings irresistibly moreish. The careful use of baking powder and cornstarch is a game-changer in this recipe, as it ensures that the wings achieve a perfect crispy coating, even in the absence of deep frying.

Cooking these wings in an air fryer not only reduces the amount of oil needed but also allows for even cooking, ensuring that each wing is tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. This method of preparation also locks in the flavours, making the wings juicy and flavourful.

Whether served as a snack, appetiser or a main course, air-fried honey chicken wings are a crowd-pleaser that deliver a satisfying crunch with a burst of sweet and savoury goodness in every bite.

Air Fried Honey Chicken Wings

A delicious sticky recipe that everybody loves. The colour, flavour and aroma build you up then the flavour blows you away.

4.89 from 92 votes

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Course: Appetizer, Main Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Air Fried Honey Chicken Wings, Air Fry, Chicken, Fry, Honey, Spice, Vegetables

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 People

Calories: 434kcal

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Ingredients

 

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• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 3 cloves garlic peel/minced
• 2 inch ginger peel/grated
• 3 large scallions spring onions/chop
• ¼ cup dark soy sauce
• ½ cup honey runny
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp water

Instructions

• Turn on the air fryer and preheat to 200C/400F
• In a mixing bowl add the black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, baking powder, paprika and stir to combine.
  ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 tsp salt, ¼ tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tbsp baking powder
• Remove the chicken wings from the packaging and pat dry to remove any moisture. (there is often fluid added to chicken for transport). Then lightly coat them in the spice mixture you made in the previous step. I drop them in batches and toss to coat.
  2 lbs chicken wings
• Place the chicken wings into the air fryer for about 20 minutes until the skin is crispy, golden brown and the juices run clear and have no pink/redness to them. If you have a thermometer, then insert it at the thickest part near to a bone and if above 75C/165F then its cooked.
• Place a saucepan over a medium heat and add the soy sauce, honey, garlic (minced cloves) and the ginger. Stir well to combine.
  3 cloves garlic, ¼ cup dark soy sauce, ½ cup honey, 2 inch ginger
• I use a mug to mix the tablespoon of water and the cornstarch together. Whisk with a fork until the consistency is smooth with no lumps.
  1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp water
• Add the cornstarch mix to the honey pan and stir until the sauce thickens. Should be a couple of minutes.
• Remove the chicken wings from the air fryer and place in a large bowl and add the scallions and the honey sauce. Give them a quick stir and then serve hot.
  3 large scallions

Nutrition

Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1569mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 544IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 219mg | Iron: 2mg