These Best Air Fryer Honey Garlic Wings are crispy, sticky, sweet, and savory all at once. Cooked until golden in the air fryer and tossed in a glossy honey garlic sauce, they’re perfect for game day, parties, or an easy weeknight dinner without deep frying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crispy wings without deep frying
- Sweet and savory honey garlic sauce
- Easy air fryer method with minimal cleanup
- Perfect for appetizers or main meals
- Family-friendly and crowd-pleasing
Best Air Fryer Honey Garlic Wings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings separated into wingettes and drumettes
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Optional Garnishes
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
- Add the slurry, honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes to a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly for 3–4 minutes until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with flour, salt, pepper, and paprika until lightly coated. Shake off excess.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 4–5 minutes.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange wings in a single layer.
- Cook at 380°F for 20 minutes, turning wings halfway through, until browned and crispy.
- Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl and toss with the honey garlic sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
- These Best Air Fryer Honey Garlic Wings stay crispy while delivering bold flavor in every bite.
Notes
- Add extra red pepper flakes for heat
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into wingettes and drumettes
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Optional Garnishes
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
- Add the slurry, honey, soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes to a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly for 3–4 minutes until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with flour, salt, pepper, and paprika until lightly coated. Shake off excess.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 4–5 minutes.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange wings in a single layer.
- Cook at 380°F for 20 minutes, turning wings halfway through, until browned and crispy.
- Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl and toss with the honey garlic sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
These Best Air Fryer Honey Garlic Wings stay crispy while delivering bold flavor in every bite.
Tips & Tricks
- Pat wings dry before seasoning for extra crispiness
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket
- Use low-sodium soy sauce if preferred
- Sauce wings just before serving to keep them crisp
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Difficulty: Easy
Notes
- Add extra red pepper flakes for heat
- Serve with rice, slaw, or steamed veggies
- Sauce can be made ahead and reheated
Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 26g
FAQ
Can I use frozen wings?
Yes, thaw completely and pat dry before cooking.
How do I make wings extra crispy?
Ensure wings are dry and cook in a single layer.
Can I bake these instead?
Yes, bake at 425°F for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway.
Is the sauce very sweet?
It’s balanced with soy sauce and vinegar, not overly sweet.
Can I double the sauce?
Yes, especially if serving with rice.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers up to 3 days
- Freezer: Freeze cooked wings without sauce for best results
- Reheating: Air fry at 360°F for 4–5 minutes
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Conclusion
These Best Air Fryer Honey Garlic Wings deliver everything you want in a wing—crispy skin, juicy meat, and a sticky, flavorful glaze. Easy to make and impossible to resist, they’re guaranteed to become a favorite.