Easy Honey Garlic Air Fryer Wings

Ever find yourself craving something sweet and savory but also kinda crispy and indulgent? Let me introduce you to these Easy Honey Garlic Air Fryer Wings, your new best friend on game day, movie night, or when you’re just plain hungry and nothing in your fridge sounds, well… exciting. All the yumminess without the guilt-ish vibes of deep frying. Because, let’s be real, balance is key – and so is flavor.

So here’s the thing. My hubby, bless his predictable soul, is obsessed with these wings. Saturday night rolls around, the kids are asleep (or pretending to be), and I hear, “Hey, got those honey garlic wings on the menu?” He’s right, though. These wings kinda took over our weekends, in an always-look-forward-to-them way. We started calling it “Wing Worship Wednesday,” but, you know, on a Saturday. Even kiddos get in on it; sticky fingers, happy faces, and zero leftovers – that’s the testament to a true family staple.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Honey Garlic Air Fryer Wings

– They’re finger lickin’ good, no joke.
– Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, just like love should be.
– Minimal effort: pop them in the air fryer, and you’ve got some me-time. Maybe.

How to Make It

Picture this: you’re chatting over a glass of whatever you fancy while these bad boys turn gold in your air fryer. No biggie if you forget to set the timer once or thrice; accidentally crunchy wings are still wings, and that’s very okay. So, start by washing and patting those wings dry—soggy skin doesn’t crisp up, and ain’t nobody got time for that. Toss ‘em in a bowl with a bit of oil, salt, and pepper, like you’re throwing a mini-dance party for your chicken. While they cook, you whip up the sauce that’s like sweet with a spicy little slap- honey, garlic, soy sauce, and other magical bits. Just don’t taste-test too much, or you’ll have nothing left to coat your wings with. I’m not saying it happened to me. But… well, maybe once.

Ingredient Notes

– Honey: It’s the sweet glue. Once I used syrup ‘cause we ran out of honey. Eh, wouldn’t do it again.
– Garlic: More is more. You can’t really go overboard unless you plan to snuggle right after.
– Soy Sauce: It’s the salty punch you’d miss if you skipped it. Just don’t go too crazy.

**Recipe Steps:**
1. Preheat the air fryer. Start off strong by remembering this crucial step.
2. Wash and dry the wings. Pat them down like you would a damp puppy.
3. Coat the wings with oil, salt, and pepper. Feel free to dance while you do.
4. Cook in the air fryer until wings are golden and crispy. Time will vary depending on your distraction levels.
5. Make the sauce by mixing honey, garlic, and soy sauce. Like a potion, but edible.
6. Toss wings in sauce once they’re suitably crispified. Don’t try this with bare hands unless you’re into first aid.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

– If you keep “tasting” the sauce and running out, try doubling the batch. Future you will thank you.
– Being forgetful means sometimes skipping the oil, but hey, oil-free wings aren’t too bad either, especially if you’re into that wiry crunch.

Storage Tips

If there are leftovers (seriously, who are you people?), shove them into any available Tupperware. Cold wings make a strange but satisfying next-day breakfast, let’s not kid ourselves. Just give ‘em a few seconds back in the air fryer if reheating’s your jam.

Variations and Substitutions

Listen, I’ve done the swap and life’s become interesting: no soy sauce? Hit it with some tamari. No honey? Maple syrup is your friend. The sesame oil? One glorious time, I skipped it and still rode the flavor train. Adventure is out there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Easy Honey Garlic Air Fryer Wings

These honey garlic air fryer wings are crispy, sweet, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick and delicious snack or party appetizer.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 pounds chicken wings
• ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• ▢ 3 tablespoons honey
• ▢ 2 tablespoons soy sauce use low sodium if preferred
• ▢ 2 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Place wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
• While wings are cooking, mix honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
• Once wings are cooked, toss them immediately in the honey garlic sauce until fully coated.
• Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For extra crispiness, air fry the wings for an additional 3-5 minutes. Adjust sauce sweetness to taste.