Air Fryer Orange Chicken Wings

Directions

  1. 1Start by cutting the chicken wings into drumettes and flats, if they aren’t already separated.
  2. 2Pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels—this helps them crisp up in the air fryer.
  3. 3In a large bowl, toss the wings with salt, dried garlic, black pepper, and a light dusting of flour.
  4. 4Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. 5Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for about 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  6. 6While the wings are air frying, melt the butter in a pan over medium heat.
  7. 7Add the orange juice, lemon juice, soy sauce, tomato paste (or ketchup), salt, dried garlic, and pepper to the pan.
  8. 8Stir well and let the glaze simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened and aromatic.
  9. 9Once the wings are done, transfer them directly into the pan with the hot citrus glaze.
  10. 10Mix everything gently but thoroughly for 1–2 minutes, allowing the wings to soak up the sauce and get beautifully coated.
  11. 11Serve warm, optionally with fresh herbs or dipping sauce on the side.

Ingredients

  • 1.2 kg chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tablespoon flour, for light coating
  • Salt, to taste
  • Dried garlic, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 Juice of oranges
  • 0.5 Juice of lemon
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste or ketchup
  • 20 g unsalted butter
  • Salt, to taste
  • Dried garlic and black pepper, to taste

Equipment

paper towelslarge bowlair fryer basketpan

Tips

  • Pat wings dry thoroughly with paper towels to help them crisp up.
  • A light dusting of flour helps absorb moisture and gives a golden crisp.
  • Flip wings halfway through air frying for even cooking.
  • Mix wings gently but thoroughly in the hot glaze for 1-2 minutes to soak up the sauce.