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Garlic Buffalo Wings + Video

📋 Modified: Feb 15, 2025 Published: Jul 23, 2024 by 👩🏻‍🍳 Jami Powell · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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Craving a delicious, spicy kick to your weeknight meals? Try these easy Garlic Buffalo Wings! This air fryer recipe combines the perfect balance of crispy chicken wings and a robust garlic Buffalo sauce, making it a hit for any occasion.

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Buffalo wings are a popular American dish, often enjoyed during game days or casual gatherings. The addition of garlic to the traditional Buffalo sauce adds a robust, aromatic twist that elevates this classic favorite.

If you like this appetizer recipe, you may also love our Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce or Honey BBQ Wings.

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  • Why We Love This Recipe
  • Garlic Buffalo Chicken Wing Ingredients
  • Substitutions & Variations
  • How to Make Garlic Buffalo Wings
  • Expert Tips for Success
  • Storage
  • Recipe FAQs
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Why We Love This Recipe

  • Quick and Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes.
  • Healthier Option: Made in the air fryer for less oil and fewer calories.
  • Flavorful: The homemade garlic Buffalo sauce packs a punch.
  • Family-Friendly: Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Garlic Buffalo Chicken Wing Ingredients

  • Party Wings: The star of the dish, perfectly crispy when air-fried.
  • Char Crust Seasoning (Hickory Smoked): Adds a smoky depth to the wings.
  • Nashville Hot Seasoning: Provides a spicy kick.
  • Olive Oil: Helps the seasonings stick and adds a touch of healthy fat.

Garlic Buffalo Sauce:

  • Unsalted Butter: The base of the sauce, providing a rich, creamy texture.
  • Crystal Hot Sauce: The primary source of heat and flavor.
  • White Vinegar: Adds tanginess to balance the spice.
  • Worcestershire Sauce: Brings umami depth to the sauce.
  • Celery Salt: Enhances the overall flavor with a subtle hint of celery.
  • White Pepper and Cayenne Pepper: For additional heat and seasoning.
  • Garlic: The key ingredient, adding aromatic richness.

A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

Substitutions & Variations

  • Char Crust Seasoning: Use smoked paprika and a pinch of salt.
  • Nashville Hot Seasoning: Substitute with cajun seasoning and a dash of black pepper.
  • Crystal Hot Sauce: Replace with Frank's RedHot or your favorite hot sauce.
  • Flavor: Add honey to the sauce for sweetness.
  • Spice: Increase cayenne pepper for extra heat.

How to Make Garlic Buffalo Wings

Tossing wings with spices and oil.

STEP ONE: Prepare the Wings

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, mix party wings with Char Crust seasoning, Nashville hot seasoning, and olive oil until evenly coated. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

buffalo chicken wings with garlic buffalo sauce process shot 1 adding garlic to butter

STEP TWO: Air Fry the Wings

Air fry the wings for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and cooked through. Check for doneness at the 15-minute mark.

Garlic buffalo wing sauce simmering in a pan.

STEP THREE: Prepare the Garlic Buffalo Sauce

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add the Crystal hot sauce, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, white pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir the sauce and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes.

buffalo chicken wings with garlic buffalo sauce process shot 4 adding garlic sauce to cooked buffalo wings

STEP FOUR: Coat the Wings

Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the prepared garlic Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly.

Expert Tips for Success

👩‍🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!

✔️ DO Make sure wings are evenly coated with seasonings and oil.
✔️ DO Check wings for doneness at the 15-minute mark to avoid overcooking.

Storage

Store leftover garlic buffalo wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store leftover garlic buffalo sauce in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating and using. Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use frozen wings for this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen wings. Just be sure to thaw them completely and pat them dry before seasoning and cooking to ensure they crisp up nicely in the air fryer.

How do I make the garlic buffalo sauce milder?

To make the sauce milder, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper and Crystal hot sauce. You can also add more butter or a tablespoon of honey to balance the heat.

Garlic buffalo wings with celery and blue cheese sauce on a platter.

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Garlic buffalo wings with celery and blue cheese sauce on a platter.

Garlic Buffalo Wings + Video

Jami Powell
Craving a delicious, spicy kick to your weeknight meals? Try these easy Garlic Buffalo Wings! This air fryer recipe combines the perfect balance of crispy chicken wings and a robust garlic Buffalo sauce, making it a hit for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 564 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Tongs
  • Measuring Spoons

Ingredients
  

Chicken Wings

  • 16-20 party wings
  • 1 ½ tablespoon Char Crust seasoning hickory smoked
  • 1 tablespoon Nashville hot seasoning
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¾ cup garlic buffalo sauce

Garlic Buffalo Sauce (Makes approximately 1-½ cups)

  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup Crystal hot sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon celery salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 small head of garlic chopped

Garnish and Dipping Sauce

  • green onions
  • celery
  • ranch or blue cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, mix the party wings with Char Crust seasoning, Nashville hot seasoning, and olive oil until evenly coated.
  • Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Air fry the wings for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crispy and cooked through. Check for doneness at the 15-minute mark.

Prepare the Garlic Buffalo Sauce

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the Crystal hot sauce, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, white pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir the sauce and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes while the wings cook.
  • Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the prepared garlic Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly. Serve immediately.

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Notes

Storage Store leftover wings and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze Store leftover garlic buffalo sauce in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating and using.
Reheat Reheat buffalo wings in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Substitutions
  • Char Crust Seasoning: Use smoked paprika and a pinch of salt.
  • Nashville Hot Seasoning: Substitute with cajun seasoning and a dash of black pepper.
  • Crystal Hot Sauce: Replace with Frank's RedHot or your favorite hot sauce.
Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.
Nutrition information is only an estimate

Nutrition

Calories: 564kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 36gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 149mgSodium: 1631mgPotassium: 394mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 480IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 3mg
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