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These spicy blackened chicken wings are bold, smoky, and unapologetically flavorful. I season the wings generously with my homemade blackening spice, then air fry them until the skin is crispy and the meat stays juicy. Once they come out of the airfryer, I toss them immediately in a simple hot sauce and butter mixture that clings to every wing. The result is a wing that’s spicy without being overwhelming, smoky from the blackened seasoning, and perfectly balanced with a rich buttery finish. These are the kind of wings that don’t need frying to impress.

Crispy air-fried spicy blackened chicken wings coated in a buttery hot sauce glaze, served fresh and ready to eat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

You’ll love this recipe because it delivers big, restaurant-style flavor using simple ingredients and an oven instead of a fryer. The blackened seasoning adds deep smoky heat, the wings stay juicy inside, and the buttery hot sauce glaze brings everything together. It’s fast, mess-free, and perfect for anyone who loves bold wings without complicated steps..

Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings

These Spicy Blackened Chicken Wings are air fried, crispy, and coated in a smoky blackened seasoning, then finished with a buttery hot sauce glaze for bold flavor without the fryer.

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Prep Time 12

Cook Time 24

Total Time 36

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Ingredients

Homemade Blackened Seasoning

2 tablespoons smoked paprika or regular paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne powder adjust to taste
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme

Chicken Wings

2 lbs chicken wings
2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil

Spicy Butter Sauce

¼ cup hot sauce
2 tablespoons butter melted

Instructions

Blackened Seasoning

Add all ingredients to a small bowl.
Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
Store in an airtight container and use as

Chicken Wings & Sauce

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, add the chicken wings, olive oil, and blackening seasoning. Toss until every wing is evenly coated.
Place the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not touching.
Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through if desired, until the wings are crispy and fully cooked.
While the wings bake, mix the hot sauce and melted butter in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
Remove the wings from the oven and immediately toss them in the hot sauce mixture until evenly coated.
Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing to balance the heat.

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Recipe Tips

For extra crispy wings, pat them completely dry before seasoning.

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