Our Honey Old Bay™ Wings Air Fryer recipe is a mouthwatering appetizer that combines the sweetness of honey with the classic taste of Maryland’s Old Bay seasoning. These wings are quick and simple to make in an air fryer, resulting in crispy, golden-brown wings that are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

How long will it take to cook wings in air fryer?

Exact cooking times will vary depending on the brand of air fryer used and the size of your chicken wings.

Here are some general guidelines for cooking wings in an air fryer:

For medium-sized wings (around 3-4 ounces each), cook for about 20-25 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
For larger wings (around 5-6 ounces each), cook for about 25-30 minutes at 400°F (200°C).

What to serve with fried chicken wings

There are many delicious side dishes that can be served with fried chicken wings. Here are a few ideas:

Salad: A refreshing green salad goes well with fried chicken wings. You could serve a simple mixed greens salad with a light dressing.
Vegetables: Roasted or steamed vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, or green beans, are a healthy and flavorful choice.
Baked beans: A side of baked beans is a hearty and flavorful option.
Coleslaw: A refreshing and crunchy coleslaw balances out the richness of fried chicken wings.
Corn on the cob: Grilled or boiled corn on the cob is a tasty and summery side dish.
Mac and cheese: Creamy macaroni and cheese is a classic side dish.
Be sure to discover our Maryland Street Cob recipe!

Main ingredients needed

To make Honey Old Bay™ Wings in an air fryer, you will need a pound or so of wings, a few tablespoons of honey, a couple of teaspoons of Old Bay seasoning and cornstarch, and butter. Simply toss the wings in a plastic bag containing cornstarch and Old Bay seasoning. This should go on very lightly for a thin coating. After they have been cooked, you will toss them with a wing a sauce made from butter, Old Bay, and honey.

raw chicken wings should be tossed with old bay seasoning and cornstarch to make this Old Bay Wings Air Fryer Recipe — Chicken wings

Old Bay Seasoning is a blend of herbs and spices that was developed in the Chesapeake Bay region of Maryland, and it is particularly popular in the mid-Atlantic region of the United States. The seasoning blend includes celery salt, mustard, paprika, black pepper, and other spices, and it is commonly used to with seafood, particularly crabs and shrimp. Old Bay is also used to flavor other dishes, such as chicken, potatoes, and corn on the cob. It has a distinctive, bold flavor and a popular choice for seasoning food in the region for many years. — Old Bay™ seasoning

just 2 tablespoons of honey is needed to make this Old Bay Wings Air Fryer Recipe — Honey

Cornstarch vs Baking Powder – What to use for extra crispy chicken wings

Using baking powder and cornstarch will improve the crunch and texture of your chicken wings. But if crunchy, crispy wings are what you’re after, I recommend cornstarch. There is no difference in taste between the two, but cornstarch produces crispier results.

Baking Powder vs Cornstarch for Chicken Wings

Crispy Honey Old Bay Chicken Wings Air Fryer

Honey Old Bay wings cooked in an air fryer with a simple marinade of Old Bay seasoning and honey. Cooked for 25 minutes, the wings are crispy and full of flavor. A quick and easy snack or appetizer.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Ingredients

Honey Old Bay Sauce

¼ cup honey
1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
⅓ cup butter, melted

Chicken Batter

2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions

Set air fryer on 400F and spray basket with non-stick cooking spray.
Rinse chicken wings and pat dry. Place wings in a plastic bag along with 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Toss for one minute or until all wings are lightly coated.
Place wings in basket, taking care not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in separate batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
While wings are cooking, in a small bowl prepare Honey Old Bay by combining seasoning, butter and honey, and set aside.
After chicken has cooked for 25 – 30 minutes or until it has a golden-brown exterior, remove from air fryer basket.
Immediately place wings in large mixing bowl, pour in Honey Old Bay sauce, and toss until coated. Plate and serve.