Sweet Asian Chili Air Fryer Chicken Wings: A Crispy Delight
Make a sweet and spicy appetizer with this recipe for sweet Asian Chili Air Fryer Chicken Wings. These are an easy way to make wings at home.
More appetizers to try: Buffalo Chicken Dip, Jalapeño Cheddar Bites, and 7 Layer Dip Cups.
If you’ve got an air fryer and a hankering for some deliciously crispy chicken wings, you’re in for a treat with this recipe. These Air Fryer Sweet Asian Chili Wings are a perfect blend of sweet and spicy, with a crispy exterior that’ll have you reaching for seconds. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, craving a snack, or planning a family dinner, these wings are sure to please. Let’s dive into why this recipe is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Firstly, the air fryer revolutionizes the way you cook chicken wings. It gives them that coveted crispy texture without the need for excessive oil, making them a healthier alternative to traditional fried wings. Plus, the air fry cooking process is quick and hassle-free, so you can have a batch ready in no time.
Secondly, the flavor profile of these wings is simply irresistible. The combination of sweet Asian chili sauce, garlic, and spices creates a mouthwatering sauce that coats each wing perfectly. It’s a delightful balance of sweetness with a hint of heat, making it a crowd-pleaser for all taste preferences.
Ingredients:
Here is what you will need to make this yummy air fryer chicken wing recipe.
- Whole Chicken wings
- All-purpose flour
- Corn starch
- Corn meal
- Garlic salt
- Seasoned salt
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Milk
- Egg
- Spray olive oil
- Sweet Asian chili sauce
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
How to Make Sweet Asian Chili Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Here are the instructions to make one of our favorite chicken wing recipes.
Begin by seasoning the wings with garlic salt and seasoned salt. Then, prepare a mixture of milk and egg in one dish, and a blend of flour, cornstarch, cornmeal, and spices in another. Dip the seasoned wings into the milk mixture, followed by the flour mixture, pat ensuring they’re evenly coated.
Next, place the coated wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer and spray them with olive oil. Cook at 375°F for 12 minutes, then flip the wings, spray with olive oil again, and cook for an additional 12 minutes. For a total of 24 minutes of cooking time.
Once cooked, toss the wings in sweet Asian chili sauce in a large bowl until coated. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a finishing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy the crispy goodness!
Variations
Feel free to customize this recipe to suit your preferences. You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili sauce, or experiment with different sauces altogether. Try BBQ sauce for a tangy twist or buffalo sauce/hot sauce for a classic flavor.
Another variation is to serve with a variety of dipping sauces like ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or other sauces. And don’t forget to serve with a side of carrots and celery sticks.
Storage and Make-Ahead
These air fryer chicken wings are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply pop them back in the air fryer for a few minutes until heated through and crispy.
Or you can use the oven to reheat the wings.
Common Questions About Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Can I use frozen wings? Yes, you can use frozen wings, but be sure to thaw them completely before cooking for even and thorough cooking.
- Do I need to preheat the air fryer? Preheating is optional but can help ensure even cooking and crispiness. We recommend preheating for best results.
- Can I use boneless chicken? While boneless chicken can be used, bone-in wings tend to be juicier and more flavorful.
- Can I make these wings gluten-free? Yes, simply substitute gluten-free flour and cornstarch for the regular versions to make this recipe gluten-free.
AIR FRYER SWEET ASIAN CHILI WINGS
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound of Chicken wings
- 1 cup of all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup of corn starch
- 1/2 cup of corn meal
- Garlic salt – to taste
- Seasoned salt – to taste
- 1 teaspoon of Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of Paprika
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 egg
- 1 bottle of Spray Olive Oil
- 1 bottle of Sweet Asian Chili Sauce
- Sesame seeds to sprinkle on top of the Wings
- Green Onions – chopped to top Wings
Instructions
- Lay the wings out on waxed paper, and sprinkle the wings with garlic salt, and seasoned salt.
- In a medium dish, add the milk and egg, and beat together until well blended.
- In another medium dish, add the flour, corn starch and corn meal, and mix well.
- Add the onion powder, garlic powder and paprika to the flour mixture, and mix until well blended.
- Dip the wings in the milk/egg dish, and then roll in the flour dish until well coated.
- Place the coated wings in the air fryer, and spray with the spray olive oil.
- Turn the air fryer on, and set the temperature to 375, and set the time to 12 minutes.
- When the air fryer is done, turn the wings, and spray the wings lightly with the spray olive oil, and cook for 12 more minutes.
- When the wings are done cooking, pour half of the Sweet Chili Sauce into a large bowl, and place the wings in the chili sauce, tossing and coating them.
- Remove the wings from the sauce with tongs, and place on a platter, or plates, and serve immediately.
- Top with sesame seeds sprinkled on top of wings, and green onions. Enjoy!
Notes
In conclusion, these Air Fryer Sweet Asian Chili Wings are a game-changer for wing lovers everywhere. With their crispy exterior and irresistible flavor, they’re sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. So fire up that air fryer and get ready to indulge in wing perfection!
More recipes to try:
Please save this recipe for later and follow along with us on Pinterest:
I'm Emily and I share my ideas to celebrate and create over at The Benson Street.
