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Air Fryer Spicy Honey Chicken Wings

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
2 people

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Orange juice
  • 3 Limes
  • 2 tsp. Salt
  • ¼ tsp. Pepper
  • 6 Guajillo Chilis
  • 2 Tbsp. Paprika
  • 1½ Tbsp. Apple Vinegar
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 2 Tbsp. Onion Chopped
  • ½ Cup Water
  • 2.2 lb Chicken Wings
  • 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp. Honey

Instructions

  • Clean the chicken wings and place them in a medium bowl. Season them with salt, pepper, and 1 Tablespoon of olive oil. Mix until evenly combined.
  • Cook the wings at 390°F (200 °C)for 20 to 25 minutes, depending on how crispy you want them. If you have a small air fryer, work in batches if needed.
  • Add the guajillo chilis to a small saucepan. Add 1/2 cup of water and let it boil for 6 minutes.
  • Pour the chilies (with the water left in the saucepan), together with the garlic, onion, paprika, orange juice, lime juice, and vinegar, into a blender. Blend until smooth.
  • Use a strainer to make sure you remove any pieces of chili, so it is completely smooth.
  • Add one tablespoon of olive oil to a medium saucepan. Let it heat up and pour the sauce into the pan and heat on low until it thickens a bit, about 10 minutes. Stirring constantly. While it's heating up, add in the honey, and additional salt and pepper to taste. Mix until combined.
  • Remove the chicken wings from the air fryer and place them into a large mixing bowl. Pour the sauce on top and toss until evenly covered.
  • Garnish with cilantro (optional, but recommended) and serve!

Notes

  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with blue cheese dressing.
  • If you want them very spicy, leave the guajillo chilis with the seeds and veins. If you want them mild, leave them in only two of the chilis.
  •  Add a tablespoon or two of sriracha to the sauce for extra spice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1843kcal | Carbohydrates 95g | Protein 108g | Fat 121g | Saturated Fat 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat 25g | Monounsaturated Fat 56g | Trans Fat 1g | Cholesterol 415mg | Sodium 4270mg | Potassium 2477mg | Fiber 23g | Sugar 51g | Vitamin A 21270IU | Vitamin C 135mg | Calcium 254mg | Iron 15mg
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