Alton Brown Air Fryer Wings Recipe

Alton Brown Air Fryer Wings Recipe is made with chicken wings, kosher salt, unsalted butter, and hot sauce. This recipe creates crispy, golden wings with a tangy coating — all without the mess of deep frying. It takes about 40 minutes to prepare and serves 2 to 4.

Alton Brown Air Fryer Wings Recipe Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings, split at the joint and tips removed
• Kosher salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup hot sauce, such as Frank’s RedHot
• Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for serving

How To Make Alton Brown Air Fryer Wings Recipe

1. Prep the Wings: Pat chicken wings dry and sprinkle generously with kosher salt.
2. Air Fry Round 1: Place wings in a 3.5-quart air fryer basket, making sure they don’t touch. Cook at 360°F for 12 minutes.
3. Flip and Cook Again: Flip wings with tongs and cook at 360°F for another 12 minutes.
4. Crisp the Skin: Flip wings again, increase heat to 390°F, and cook for 6 minutes more until extra-crispy.
5. Make Sauce: Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl (about 1 minute), then whisk in hot sauce.
6. Toss and Serve: Toss wings in the hot butter mixture and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Recipe Tips

• Dry the Wings Thoroughly: Removing moisture ensures crispier skin.
• Don’t Overcrowd the Basket: Air needs to circulate freely around each wing.
• Use a Meat Thermometer: Wings should reach 165°F internally.
• Adjust Sauce to Taste: Add honey for sweetness or extra cayenne for heat.
• Save the Wing Tips: Freeze them for future chicken stock.

What To Serve With Air Fryer Wings

These wings go great with celery sticks, carrot sticks, coleslaw, potato wedges, or a side of mac and cheese. Serve with icy beers or chilled lemonade for a game-day feel.

How To Store Air Fryer Wings

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Air fry at 375°F for 5–6 minutes to regain crispiness.
Freeze: Freeze cooked wings in a single layer, then transfer to a bag for up to 1 month.

Air Fryer Wings Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 290 (per serving)
• Total Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 1g
• Sugar: 0g
• Protein: 22g
• Sodium: 720mg

FAQs

Do I need to preheat the air fryer?
Not for this recipe—starting from cold helps render fat gradually.

Can I use frozen wings?
Yes, but thaw and pat dry before cooking for best results.

What’s the best hot sauce?
Frank’s RedHot is classic, but any preferred hot sauce works.

How do I make them spicier?
Add cayenne pepper or a few dashes of extra hot sauce to the butter mixture.

Can I double the batch?
Yes, but cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer.

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