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Crispy Air Fryer Chipotle Honey Chicken Wings

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These crispy air fryer chipotle honey chicken wings deliver a perfect balance of smoky heat and sweet sticky glaze with a golden crunch, ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds fresh chicken wings, tips removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle in adobo sauce

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Toss the wings in a large bowl with olive oil, chipotle powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat evenly.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Place the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry the wings for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, crispy, and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Add 2–3 minutes if needed.
  6. While wings cook, combine honey, lime juice, and chopped chipotle in adobo in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened (3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  7. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl. Drizzle the chipotle honey sauce over the wings and toss gently until evenly coated.
  8. Serve wings immediately, optionally garnished with chopped fresh cilantro or lime wedges.

Notes

Pat wings dry thoroughly for best crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking. Warm the chipotle honey sauce gently to prevent burning the honey. If wings are less crispy after coating, air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes to set the glaze. Leftovers reheat best in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes; avoid microwaving to keep skin crispy.

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