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Honey BBQ Chicken Wings

Honey BBQ Chicken Wings

Nothing beats a batch of crispy, flavorful Honey BBQ Chicken Wings when you're in the mood for something savory and sweet. These chicken wings are easy to make and perfect for any occasion. In this recipe, I’ll be making the BBQ sauce from scratch. It’s homemade, and a perfect flavor balance of sweetness, all with a satisfying crunch. And the best part? No deep frying here—your air fryer does all the work, making this a mess-free, healthier option but it still tastes as good as deep-frying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack, Chicken
Cuisine American
Servings 1 person

Equipment

  • 1 air fryer

Ingredients
  

Prepare the Chicken:

  • 10 chicken wings
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 tsp chicken seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Flour for coating

BBQ Honey Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 ½ tbsp mustard
  • Spices of your choice paprika, ground turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp water

Garnish/Side:

  • Chopped cilantro
  • Ranch dressing for dipping

Instructions
 

Prep the Chicken:

  • In a large bowl, clean the chicken wings in a mixture of baking powder and vinegar for about 10 minutes.
  • Rinse the wings and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • In a separate bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, chicken seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and white pepper until evenly coated.
  • Let the wings marinate overnight (or at least for 1 hour).

Coat and Rest:

  • After marinating, coat the wings in flour, making sure each piece is evenly covered.
  • Rest the wings for 15 minutes—this makes the wings crispier when you air-fry them.

Air Fry the Wings:

  • Preheat your air fryer to 450°F. Don’t skip this step!
  • Place the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook at 450°F for 15 minutes, flipping the wings after 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.

Make the Honey BBQ Sauce:

  • While the wings are cooking, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, mustard, spices, honey, and water in a small saucepan.
  • Simmer the sauce on low heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens. The water will help thin the sauce enough to drizzle easily over the wings.

Coat the Wings:

  • Once the wings are done, toss them in the honey BBQ sauce, making sure each wing is well coated.

Serve and Enjoy:

  • Garnish with chopped cilantro
  • Serve with a side of ranch for dipping. Pair with your favorite sides, or just enjoy as-is!
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