# Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

> Toss 1 kg split chicken wings with baking powder, salt and pepper, then air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 22-25 minutes, shaking halfway, until crisp and 74°C (165°F) inside. Simmer honey, low-sodium soy sauce, garlic, ginger, butter and rice vinegar for 3-4 minutes until syrupy. Toss the wings in the glaze, air fry 2 minutes more and top with sesame seeds and green onion.

Source: https://savourrecipes.com/recipe/air-fryer-honey-garlic-chicken-wings
Author: Daniel Okafor | Published: Oct 20, 2026
Categories: Air Fryer Recipes, Chicken Recipes
Collections: Super Bowl Recipes
Tags: High Protein, Kid Friendly

These wings come out of the air fryer crisp, then go into a glossy honey, garlic and soy glaze that has been simmered until it coats a spoon. A final 2 minutes back in the basket sets the glaze so it stays sticky rather than runny. Sesame seeds and green onion finish them.

## Key facts

- Prep time: 10 mins
- Cook time: 28 mins
- Total time: 38 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Method: Air frying
- Calories: 485 per serving

## Ingredients

### Wings

- 1 kg chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes, tips removed
- 2 tsp baking powder, not baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
### Honey garlic glaze

- 60 ml honey, 1/4 cup
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
### To finish

- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced

## Equipment

- Air fryer
- Large bowl
- Small saucepan
- Instant-read thermometer

## Instructions

1. **Dry and season.** Pat the wings very dry with paper towel. Toss them in a large bowl with the baking powder, salt and pepper until every piece has a thin, even coating.
2. **Air fry the wings.** Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F). Arrange the wings in a single layer with a little space between them, working in batches if needed. Air fry for 22-25 minutes, shaking the basket or turning the wings halfway, until deep golden and crisp. The thickest drumette should read 74°C (165°F).
3. **Simmer the glaze.** While the wings cook, put the honey, soy sauce, butter, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar and chili flakes, if using, in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until the glaze is syrupy and coats the back of a spoon. Watch it closely, as honey can scorch.
4. **Glaze and set.** Tip the hot wings into a clean bowl, pour over the glaze and toss until coated. Return them to the air fryer basket and cook for 2 minutes more, just until the glaze turns sticky and glossy.
5. **Finish and serve.** Pile the wings onto a plate, scatter over the sesame seeds and green onion and serve hot, with plenty of napkins.

## Tips

- Use baking powder, not baking soda. Baking soda leaves a soapy, metallic taste on the skin.
- Line the bottom of the air fryer basket with a piece of parchment for the final 2 minutes so the glaze does not burn onto the basket.
- Low-sodium soy sauce keeps the reduced glaze from turning too salty. With regular soy sauce, use 1 1/2 tbsp.
- If the glaze thickens too much while it waits, loosen it with 1-2 tsp of hot water before tossing.

## Variations

- Gluten-free: use tamari in place of soy sauce and check that the baking powder is labelled gluten-free.
- Honey sriracha wings: replace 1 tbsp of the honey with 1 tbsp sriracha or another chili sauce.
- Honey garlic drumsticks: air fry 8 drumsticks at 190°C (375°F) for 25-28 minutes, until 74°C (165°F) next to the bone, then glaze the same way.

## Storage

- Fridge: Refrigerate leftover wings within 2 hours in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked, unglazed wings for up to 2 months and make a fresh glaze when you reheat them.
- Reheat: Reheat in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes, until hot to the centre, 74°C (165°F). Glazed wings scorch quickly at higher heat.

## Nutrition per serving (estimate)

| Calories | Protein | Carbohydrates | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 485 | 39 g | 19 g | 28 g |

## Frequently asked questions

### How do you make honey garlic wings sticky in the air fryer?

Simmer the honey garlic glaze for 3-4 minutes until it is syrupy, toss the cooked wings in it, then air fry them for 2 more minutes. The short blast of heat sets the glaze so it clings instead of pooling in the bowl.

### How long do honey garlic wings take in the air fryer?

Split wings take 22-25 minutes at 200°C (400°F), shaking halfway, until crisp and 74°C (165°F) inside. Add 2 minutes after glazing, so plan on about 28 minutes of cooking in total.

### Can I make the honey garlic glaze ahead of time?

Yes. Simmer the glaze, cool it and refrigerate it in a covered jar for up to 5 days. It firms up when cold, so warm it gently in a small pan or the microwave before tossing it with hot wings.

### Are honey garlic wings gluten-free?

Not as written, because most soy sauce contains wheat. Use tamari or a soy sauce labelled gluten-free, and check that your baking powder is gluten-free, and the wings contain no gluten.

## Disclaimer

- Nutrition information is an estimate based on the listed ingredients. It changes with the brands, portion sizes and swaps you use.
- Read ingredient labels for allergens and for diet claims such as gluten-free or vegan. Products and their ingredients can change.
- Cooking times are a guide, since ovens, air fryers and slow cookers all run differently. Use a food thermometer and cook meat, poultry and fish to the safe internal temperatures in government food safety guidance.
- This recipe is general information, not medical or nutrition advice. If you have an allergy, a health condition or a special diet, check with a qualified health professional.