Air Fryer Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings
Crispy, flavorful chicken wings with a sweet and spicy glaze, ready in under 30 minutes. This american-inspired air fryer ready in about 30 minutes pairs cornstarch, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, split into drumettes and flats chicken wings
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp chili garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken wings dry, then toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Arrange wings in a single layer in the basket and cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Step 3: While wings cook, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp chili garlic paste, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Step 4: After 15 minutes, remove wings from air fryer and toss in sauce mixture until coated. Return to air fryer for 3-5 minutes more until glazed and crispy, then serve.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Air Fryer Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Air Fryer Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cornstarch from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Air Fryer Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Air Fryer Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Air Fryer Spicy Glazed Chicken Wings?
American air fryer like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So easy and delicious! The glaze stuck perfectly and the wings were juicy inside. Best air fryer recipe ever.
- ★★★★★
The spicy glaze is just right – not too hot, but full of flavor. I'll be making these every weekend!
- ★★★★★
These wings are a game-changer! The air fryer makes them perfectly crispy without the oil. My family devoured them at the game night.
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