Air Fryer Cajun Garlic Butter Wings
- Sincerely Chef Mom
- Feb 3
- 3 min read
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Crispy, flavorful, and coated in the most irresistible Cajun garlic butter, these Air Fryer Cajun Garlic Butter Wings are a game-changer! Whether you’re making them for a weeknight dinner, a party, or game day, these wings will disappear in minutes-so you might want to double or triple the batch!
Not only are these wings incredibly delicious, but they’re also a healthier and more convenient alternative to store-bought or deep-fried wings. By using the air fryer, you get that perfectly crispy texture without the extra oil and mess. You can indulge guilt-free!
With just the right amount of Cajun spice, buttery garlic goodness, and a perfectly crispy texture, these wings are incredibly easy to make in the air fryer. No deep frying, no mess-just bold, mouthwatering flavor in every bite!
Rinse the chicken wings under cold running water, then lay them on a clean towel and pat them completely dry to remove any excess moisture - this step is key for achieving crispy wings!
In a large bowl, add your chicken wings and seasoning and toss so all of your chicken wings are evenly coated.
For maximum flavor and texture - let these wings marinade 30 minutes - 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Place in a single layer in your airfryer - avoid stacking. This ensures even cooking and a perfect crisp on our wings!
Cook for 10 minutes and flip and continue cooking another 5 minutes. After your first 15 minutes of cooking, remove wings from airfryer and place in a large bowl with your butter mixture. Gently toss your wings until evenly coated in your butter mixture. The wings will be hot enough to melt the softened butter.
Place the wings back into the airfryer for 5 minutes to allow the wings to finish cooking and crisp up from the garlic butter!
Ingredients: (Makes 18-22 Wings)
Easily double or triple this recipe to feed a crowd!
For the Wings:
18 - 22 chicken wings, washed and patted completely dry
1/4 cup Cajun garlic seasoning (I use Weber’s)
1 tbsp garlic salt
1 tbsp baking powder
1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Cajun Garlic Butter:
3 tbsp butter, softened
1/2 tbsp finely chopped garlic
1 heaping tbsp freshly chopped parsley
Instructions:
Step 1: Prep the Wings
1. Wash and pat dry your wings completely. Removing excess moisture is the key to crispy wings!
2. In a large bowl, toss the wings with Cajun garlic seasoning, garlic salt, baking powder, and cornstarch.
3. Cover and let the wings marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour. This allows the flavors to develop for maximum taste.
Step 2: Air Fry for Ultimate Crispiness
4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes. This ensures even cooking and crispier wings.
5. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not stack! Overcrowding will prevent them from crisping up properly.
6. Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
Step 3: Coat in Cajun Garlic Butter
7. While the wings are cooking, make the garlic butter sauce:
In a bowl, mix softened butter, fresh chopped garlic, and parsley until well combined.
8. Once the wings have finished cooking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl and toss them in the Cajun garlic butter until evenly coated.
Step 4: Final Crisp & Serve!
9. Place the coated wings back into the air fryer and cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the butter to soak in and crisp up the skin.
10. Ensure the wings reach a safe internal temperature before serving (165°F). Be careful not to overcook them!
11. Plate your wings with your favorite dipping sauce - ranch, blue cheese, or even a Cajun aioli and watch them disappear!
Perfect for Parties!
This recipe is super easy to double or triple if you’re making it for a party, game day, or celebration. These will definitely be on my menu for the Super Bowl! If Cajun garlic butter isn’t your flavor of choice, check out my Air Fryer BBQ Wings for another finger-licking option!
A Healthier Wing Alternative That Doesn’t Disappoint!
These air-fried wings give you all the crispy, restaurant-quality texture without the excess oil and calories from deep frying. They’re a fantastic substitute for store-bought wings, and trust me - they do not disappoint!
Let me know if you try these - tag me in your delicious wing creations! Which team are you: Ranch or Blue Cheese?
Making these for Super Bowl today. Ranch girl all the way!