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Keto Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings: 15-Min Perfect Buffalo Feast

  • Author: Lilya
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Achieve restaurant-quality, shatteringly crispy chicken wings without the carbs or deep frying. This keto-friendly recipe uses an air fryer and a simple butter-hot sauce blend for a perfect weeknight dinner or party snack.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds (900g) chicken wings (wingettes and drumettes)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Frank’s RedHot sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 bunch celery (for serving)
  • 2 carrots (for serving)
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness. Place them in a large bowl.
  2. Drizzle apple cider vinegar over the wings. Sprinkle with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Toss until evenly coated and let sit while preheating the air fryer.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Arrange wings in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they are not touching. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. While wings cook, melt butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Whisk in Frank’s RedHot sauce and cayenne pepper (if using) until smooth.
  5. Transfer cooked wings to a clean bowl. Pour buffalo sauce over wings and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately with celery, carrots, and blue cheese dressing.

Notes

For extra crispiness, pat wings dry and let them sit uncovered in the fridge for an hour before cooking. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. Toss wings in sauce immediately before serving to maintain crispness. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 390°F for 3-4 minutes to restore texture.

  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 wings per serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 28
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 1
  • Protein: 28

Keywords: keto, air fryer, chicken wings, buffalo wings, low carb, crispy wings, gluten-free, party food, weeknight dinner

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