Spicy Korean-Style Air-Fried Chicken Wings
Crispy, golden chicken wings coated in a sweet-spicy gochujang glaze, air-fried to perfection with a satisfying crunch and bold Korean flavors. This korean-inspired asian (gluten-free) ready in about 33 minutes pairs chicken wings, gochujang paste, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 3, 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
- 24 oz chicken wings
- 3 tbsp gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp garlic
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat wings completely dry with paper towels. Toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Arrange wings in a single layer in the basket without overlapping.
- Step 3: Air-fry for 15 minutes, shaking basket halfway through, until wings are golden brown and crispy.
- Step 4: While wings cook, whisk together 3 tbsp gochujang paste, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl.
- Step 5: Remove wings from air fryer and toss immediately in the gochujang sauce until fully coated. Sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds and serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Korean-Style Air-Fried Chicken Wings take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 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 Spicy Korean-Style Air-Fried 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 chicken wings from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean-Style Air-Fried 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 Spicy Korean-Style Air-Fried Chicken Wings for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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.
Is Spicy Korean-Style Air-Fried Chicken Wings gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
