Air Fryer Smokin’ Ts Hot Wings

Crispy Wings. Bold Smoke. No Deep Fryer Needed.

No oil. No hassle. Just crispy, juicy wings with the perfect balance of smoky heat and tangy zing, thanks to Smokin’ Ts With a Kick. These Air Fryer Smokin’ Ts Hot Wings come together fast and deliver serious flavor—perfect for game night, parties, or a quick protein-packed snack.

🧾 Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats, patted dry)
• 1 tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp black pepper

🔥 For the Sauce:

• ¼ cup Smokin’ Ts With a Kick
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1–2 tbsp hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot or Cholula)
• 1 tsp honey (optional, balances the heat)

🥣 Optional for Serving:

• Celery and carrot sticks
• Ranch or blue cheese dressing

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 3–5 minutes.
2. Season the wings:
   In a bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated. This helps them crisp up beautifully in the air fryer.
3. Cook the wings:
   • Place wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket (cook in batches if needed).
   • Air fry at 400°F for 24–26 minutes, flipping halfway through. Cook until golden brown and crispy.
4. Make the sauce:
   While wings cook, combine Smokin’ Ts With a Kick, melted butter, hot sauce, and honey in a bowl. Whisk until smooth.
5. Sauce the wings:
   Once wings are done, toss them in the bowl with your smoky hot wing sauce until fully coated.
6. Serve immediately:
   Plate with a side of cool ranch, crunchy celery sticks, and plenty of napkins.

🔥 Why It Works:

The air fryer gives you crisp skin without the mess of frying, while Smokin’ Ts With a Kick adds real smoky depth and heat. The sauce is buttery, tangy, and slightly sweet—everything a good wing should be.

🐔 Flavor Boost Ideas:

• Extra smoky? Add a dash of smoked paprika.
• Milder? Swap in Smokin’ Ts Original.
• Crispier? Leave wings in the air fryer for an extra 2–3 minutes.
• More heat? Add a pinch of cayenne to the sauce.