Can you put sauce in an air fryer

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings cook up amazingly crispy and juicy without deep frying. Then they’re tossed with a spicy buffalo wing sauce that can be made mild to hot, depending on your taste preference.

Want more ways to get your buffalo wing fix? Be sure to try my Buffalo Potatoes, Buffalo Chicken Chili and Buffalo Cauliflower Bites!

I grew up just about an hour South of Buffalo, New York and I have definitely consumed my fair share of Buffalo Wings.

We would eat them every Friday night…

Everyone in town had their opinion on who made the best hot wings in town. In our house, the wings almost always came from The Cherry Lounge. But, I’ve never actually been there… Being that it was a “lounge” and I was in high school, I was never actually allowed in. So, my mom would just get a to-go order and bring them home for us.

I love them super spicy, and they have to be served with icy cold celery sticks and blue cheese (not ranch dressing).

PS – Never order boneless wings in the vicinity of Buffalo, New York. It’s just not a thing.

The traditional wings are always served on the bone, and it’s up to you whether you prefer the drumettes or the wingettes. I tend to grab the drumettes because they’re easier to eat, but the wingettes seem to have a lot more flavor.

You can also make whole wings, which will have the drum and wing attached together. The cook time will remain the same.

Even though our wings came from The Cherry Lounge in Jamestown, New York, the best chicken wings, in my opinion, are from Guppy’s in Bemus Point, NY. Guppy’s was owned by my Aunt Sally and Uncle Mike and theirs were always the best. Crispy and spicy, with just the perfect kiss of butter. They’ve since sold the restaurant, but I was back a few summers ago and I have to say that the wings are still amazing.

My favorite wing sauce is simple, and it’s always been the authentic way to make buffalo wings – using Frank’s Red Hot Sauce and butter. I also add in a dash of Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco.

As you probably guessed, the authentic way to make buffalo wings has always been to deep fry them, but I’ve discovered that you can make chicken wings just as crispy in the Air Fryer, plus it saves some calories, meaning that you’ll feel a little less guilty about the aforementioned butter/Frank’s Red Hot Sauce. You can also make baked buffalo wings.

This easy recipe results in extra crispy wings that are the perfect appetizer for game day entertaining. But they’re so good, that you’re going to want them at least once a week!

Favorite tips for making crispy air fryer buffalo wings

• Pat your wings dry with paper towels before adding them to the air fryer. This helps get them extra crisp.
• Spray the Air Fryer basket with olive oil spray before adding the chicken. It helps prevent sticking and the tiny bit of oil makes the wings extra crisp.
• There’s no need to preheat your Air Fryer. Just turn it on and go!
• It helps to cook your wings in a single layer if you have room. If not, you can work in batches. You can also overlap the wings, they just won’t be as crispy.
• Start the wings at a lower temperature and then increase the temperature for the last 5-15 minutes to get them extra crispy. The total time will vary depending on how big your wings are.
• Shake the basket throughout the cooking process to help the chicken wings brown more evenly.

Customize your homemade buffalo sauce

Have fun creating your own buffalo sauce to suit your tastes. Here are some starter basics:

How to make mild buffalo wing sauce

• Use 8-ounces Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, 8 tablespoons butter, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco.

How to make mediumbuffalo wing sauce

• Use 12-ounces Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, 6 tablespoons butter, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco.

How to make spicy buffalo sauce

• Use 14-ounces Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, 4 tablespoons butter, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco (or cayenne pepper).

Not a buffalo sauce fan? You can also toss your wings in this homemade bbq sauce. Or, make lemon pepper wings by tossing your wings in lemon pepper seasoning before adding them to the air fryer. You can also oil your wings and apply a dry rub mixture like this cajun seasoning or Italian seasoning.

FAQ

Tools used for making air fryer buffalo wings

• Air Fryer
• Paper Towels – Used to blot the wings dry before adding them to the air fryer basket.
• Tongs – I use these when tossing the wings with the buffalo sauce.
• Large Bowl – Perfect for making your buffalo sauce and big enough to toss those wings in.

Wine pairings for buffalo wings

• To tame the heat of these buffalo wings, look for a wine with a hint of sweetness. Riesling and Gewurztraminer make great options.
• Even though I usually give wine pairings, I’d also suggest pairing a light beer, like a pilsner with these buffalo wings.

More Air Fryer recipes:

• Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts
• Air Fryer Chinese Chicken Wings
• Green Bean Fries
• Air Fryer Pork Belly
• Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
• Air Fryer Falafel
• Air Fryer Shrimp
• Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with Dipping Sauce

More Buffalo wing recipes:

• Buffalo Chicken Chili
• Buffalo Tofu Bites
• Buffalo Wing Sauce
• Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings
• Buffalo Smashed Potatoes

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What to serve with them

• Vinegar Slaw
• Fried Ravioli
• Instant Pot Mac & Cheese
• Potato Salad
• MORE —> 35+ BEST sides for wings

Buffalo wing dipping sauce recipes

Want a yummy dipping sauce for your wings? Try one of these:

• Blue Cheese Dressing – my favorite dipping sauce for wings, hands down!
• Homemade Ranch Dressing
• Chipotle Crema
• Cilantro Lime Crema

More appetizer recipes:

• Baked Goat Cheese Appetizer
• Filet Mignon Bites with Creamy Horseradish Sauce
• Pimento Cheese Arancini
• Vietnamese Chicken Wings

This recipe was originally published in 2018. It was updated in 2022 to add new content. The original recipe remains the same. Enjoy!

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