Are you pressed for time and craving chicken wings? This quick and easy 20 minute Air Fryer Soy Garlic Chicken Wings 蒜蓉醬油雞翅 (氣炸鍋) is here to save the day! Finger licking delicious! Juicy and Crispy! We suggest making a double batch because these wings are dangerously addictive, savoury and garlicky!
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Savoury and garlicky glazed chicken wings are always the answer when I don't know what to make for dinner. It's like the best sweet and sticky wings ever. With this recipe, weeknight dinners are never a struggle anymore!
What is Soy Sauce Chicken?
The Soy Sauce Chicken (豉油雞, Chǐ yóu jī) is an iconic favourite Chinese take-out dish. This sweet, savoury, sticky marinated chicken is standard at many Chinatown BBQ Master 燒臘店. The chicken skin is plump and the meat juicy. It is next to the Barbecue Pork Char Siu, with roasted ducks and pork.
If you are a soy chicken lover, why not try this Air Fry Soy Sauce Chicken Thighs 氣炸鍋豉油雞?
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Whole Chicken Wings or Wingette Flatties
- Vegetable Oil or Cooking Spray
- Sesame seeds, garnish
Honey Garlic Sauce Marinade Ingredients
- Light Soy Sauce
- Dark Soy Sauce
- Shaoxing Wine
- Ground White Pepper
- Brown Sugar or Honey
- Minced Garlic or garlic powder
- Potato Starch
For this simple marinade, you do not need many ingredients typically required to poach whole soy chicken like star anise, ginger, green onions, and rose-flavoured wine (Mei Guilu).
Opt for a low-sodium soy sauce if you do not want the honey soy sauce chicken wings to be too salty.
Instructions
For best results, mix the simple marinade in a small mixing bowl to combine. Set aside.
Wash chicken wings and pat dry with paper towels.
Place chicken wings and the simple marinade in a resealable plastic bag (gallon-sized ziplock bag).
Massage the chicken around the marinade to ensure it is evenly coated.
Let the soy garlic chicken wings marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes hours.
How To Air Fry Chicken Wings & Cooking Time
Depending on the air fryer model, you can cook chicken wings in the air fryer in just 20 minutes (I use THIS Ninja Foodi air fryer!)
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for two minutes. Preheating the air fryer yields a more even cooking heat distribution.
Brush the bottom of your air fryer basket with a little bit of oil or use a cooking spray. The best way to avoid messy clean-ups is to use air fryer parchment paper and line the bottom of the pan.
Place the air fryer chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
You can air-fry the chicken with a little sauce on it.
Air Fry Honey Soy Chicken at 375 Degrees F for 20 minutes until golden brown. No need to flip halfway.
Unlike these Cambodian Fried Chicken Wings served with your favourite crack dipping sauce, there is no need for double frying.
Remove air fryer honey soy chicken wings carefully with kitchen tongs. Place cooked soy sauce wings on a cutting board and cut them into chicken pieces.
Serve with white rice, and stir-fry bok choy, and you've got a delicious dinner for the whole family!
Cooking Tips
Remember to marinate the chicken wings for at least 20 mins to 1 hour. Let the flavours develop and soak thoroughly. Use a mixture of dark soy, light soy sauce, shaoxing wine, sugar, white pepper, and minced garlic for that pop of umami and depth of flavour.
Potato Starch: Coating your chicken wings with potato starch makes all the difference in making the crispiest fried chicken wings! It is night and day compared to using plain old flour! Potato starch has a bit more grit and, when deep-fried, creates little balls of crunchiness. It is lighter yet crispier and crunchier!
Hot and juicy chicken wings can be cooked in an air fryer or baked in the oven.
Add chicken wings to the air fryer basket and set the timer for 12 minutes or until chicken wings are golden brown or when the chicken is cooked until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Celcius or 329F. Check using a meat thermometer.
I like to cook my wings for 15 minutes, or until approximately 320F. You can then toss with more spicy sauce and cook for 5 minutes to get up to the right temperature with a yummy, caramelized glaze on the wings.
How To Store Leftover Chicken
Store your leftover chicken wings in an airtight container for up to three days in the refrigerator.
How to Reheat Fried Chicken in the Air Fryer
To make leftover fried chicken crisp again is simple. Reheat the leftover wings in the air fryer at 375F in a single layer for four minutes. Flipping halfway to ensure even cooking.
Best Air Fryer Method Tips
If you've never cooked with an air fryer before, this small kitchen appliance can be intimidating. However, I swear by its convenience and versatility and rapidly circulating hot air to cook crispy food without using too much oil!
Here are a few tips for anyone who has (or is planning on getting) an air fryer!
What is the best temperate to air fry chicken thighs?
It is best to air fry chicken wings at 375F to mimic the high heat temperature of a roaster. Don't worry! Your roasted chicken will still be tender with just the right about of char.
How long should I air fry soy chicken?
Depending on the size and the thickness of the chicken you put into the air fryer, 20 minutes should cook it thoroughly with a beautiful sweet, sticky glaze. This also depends on the model of your air fryer, so you may want to reduce or increase the air frying time by one to two minutes.
Do I need to preheat the air fryer?
Based on experience, you should always preheat the air fryer before filling it with food. By doing this, the air fryer's temperature is more consistent, and your food will cook more evenly. Simply preheat your air fryer for two to three minutes before cooking.
How to choose the right air fryer?
Choosing the right air fryer for your kitchen depends on your lifestyle, available counter space. Depending on the size of your air fryer basket, you may be able to cook a small chicken, 12 potstickers or one head of large broccoli inside like THIS Ninja Foodi Air Fryer!
How to clean air fryers easily?
Use air fryer parchment paper and line the bottom of the pan for easy clean-ups. Then wash the air fryer basket with warm soapy water.
What To Serve With Crispy Wings
- Air Fry Zucchini (Lemon Pepper Seasoning)
- Vegan Fried Rice with Mushrooms 生炒牛肉飯 (素食)
- Red Bean Soup Instant Pot (Easy, No Soak) 蓮子百合紅豆沙
Other Chicken Recipes
- Korean Fried Chicken Padak 파닭
- Salt Baked Chicken 鹽焗雞
- Microwave Soy Sauce Chicken Wings 豉油雞翅微波爐
- Steamed Chicken Claypot Rice 臘腸冬菇滑雞煲仔飯
- Sichuan Mala Mouth Water Chicken 四川麻辣口水雞
These crispy air fryer chicken wings have sweet and savoury, sticky skin and a juicy meat center! With our unsuspecting soy garlic secret ingredient, I guarantee with this easy recipe, these are the BEST wings you will ever make in your own home! If you enjoy ike this healthy chicken recipe, add this family-style recipe to your easy weeknight meal menu! Also, check out our next level Air Fried Crispy Skin Chicken Thighs Recipe! I'd love to see how you went with my recipes! Leave a comment below or tag me on Instagram @INSTANOMSS #INSTANOMSS.
PrintAir Fryer Soy Garlic Chicken Wings (EASY) 蒜蓉醬油雞翅 氣炸鍋
Are you pressed for time and craving chicken wings? This quick and easy 20 minute Air Fryer Soy Garlic Chicken Wings 蒜蓉醬油雞翅 (氣炸鍋) is here to save the day! Finger licking delicious! Juicy and Crispy! We suggest making a double batch because these wings are dangerously addictive, savoury and garlicky!
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 persons 1x
- Category: Appetizers, Snacks
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
- 1 lb whole chicken wings or wingette flatties
- 2 tsp white pepper powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder or minced garlic
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 500g potato starch (optional for breading)
Instructions
- Wash fresh chicken wings. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Prepare the soy garlic sauce marinade. In a medium mixing bowl, add in all ingredients. Mix well.
- Add chicken wings to the marinade. Cover the mixing bowl with saran wrap and let marinate for 20 minutes to 1 hour.
- Prepare the potato starch breading for that extra crunch in a small bowl.
- Bread the chicken wings 2 times: Dip the chicken wings into the potato starch and ensure it is evenly coated. Shake off excess. Dip the chicken wings into the marinade and bread the chicken wings again.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- Air Fry Wings: Add chicken wings to the air fryer basket and set the timer for 20 minutes or until chicken wings are golden brown or when the chicken is cooked until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Celcius or 329F. Check using a meat thermometer.
- Carefully remove from air fryer with kitchen tongs and let rest for 5 minutes to avoid burning! Caution, it is scorching!
- Serve and enjoy your crispy chicken wings!
Notes
- If you do not have an air fryer you can bake the chicken wings for 45 minutes at 420F. Flipping every 20 to 30 mins.
- This recipe was made in a Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 Pressure, Slow Cooker, Air Fryer.
- For even cooking, don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Arrange the wings in a single layer.
- Preheat the air fryer for a more even cooking heat distribution.
- Use air fryer parchment paper and line the bottom of the pan for easy clean ups
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 876
- Sugar: 4.6 g
- Sodium: 1235.1 mg
- Fat: 0.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 215 g
- Protein: 3.3 g
- Cholesterol: 4.8 mg
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Dee says
Love this wings recipe. Just got a new air fryer and can't wait to make these!
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Nancy says
Awesome Dee - to the Air Fryer train
Helen at the lazy gastronome says
These wings are amazing!
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Nancy says
Wasn't it so crispy and juicy at the same time!
Kristen says
Friday nights are pizza and wing nights for us and it was so nice to have a new flavour of wings that the kids could enjoy too. We usually go spicy, but these are so flavourful they'll definitely be in our permanent rotation.
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Shelby says
We've always grilled out chicken wings but they take SO long! Love that these whip up so quickly. Makes Friday night dinner so much easier!
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Tyanne says
Absolutely amazing wings!
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Nancy says
Wasn't it super juicy and tender while being crispy at the same time?!
Bernice says
Air fryer to the rescue again! Man, I love this appliance and it really makes the best chicken wings, especially with this recipe. Now I'm going to make another trip to T&T for chicken wings. It's the only place I know that sells trays of 'flatties' only!
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Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
Great air fry instructions - love how garlicy this is!!
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Asha says
Flavourful and easy to make, these came out really well. The marinade was simply delicious.
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Colleen says
I made these wings again with potato starch and they came out extra crispy! Highly recommend.
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Shelby says
Chicken wings are a Friday night go-to but they take so long! These came out delicious and were done in half the time- thank you for making Friday nights better!
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Asha says
The blend of flavours in this marinade is delicious. I love cooking with white pepper. Thanks for sharing!
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Jill says
The crunch on these wings is unbelievable! So perfect and that seasoning is just perfect! Loved every bite!!
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Marysa says
Soy and garlic sounds like a great combination. These sound very tasty and the air fryer is so convenient. It is nice to have a different way to prepare chicken wings.
Sara says
This recipe sounds so flavorful and delicious! I know my entire family will enjoy it; I can’t wait to put it on next week’s menu!
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Elaine says
Thanks for the tip to use potato starch to keep them crispy! Works every time.
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Jeannie says
so flavorful, not only can be eaten as an appetizer but really goes well with rice too and also eating with hands. This recipe is easy and great for small gatherings.
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Bernice says
I recently discovered that our T & T supermarket carries packages of chicken wings divided into style! I love that I can get a whole tray of flatties. Both my husband and I love the flatties so we will try your recipe next!
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Rob says
We love these chicken wings! super tasty and, best of all, so quick and easy to make.
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Fouzia says
I love crunchy chicken wings and yours look awesome! I want to try them out with potato starch this time. Thanks for sharing your recipe.
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Nancy says
if i was on a deserted island, wings it is!
Marie says
These look fantastic! I'd never considered double frying chicken wings, but it makes sense - that's how I do french fries, after all!
Can't wait to try this recipe!
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Nancy says
double frying chicken wins is the key!
Terri says
First thing I’ll be making with my new air fryer! I don’t usually eat chicken wings because they are deep- fried. This is perfect!!
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Nancy says
another great reason to use your air fryer!
Julia says
I love the idea of the potato starch, game changer. Making this weekend!
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Nancy says
potato starch is SO good!
Bernice says
The potato starch step is a game changer! I can't wait to make these again for superbowl weekend. I already bought my wings!
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Nancy says
Potato starch is my favourite! It adds such a nice crispy crunchy texture!
Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady says
I am totally making this for Super Bowl this year. We usually have chicken wings in the oven, but now that I have an air fryer I am excited to try this recipe!
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Nancy says
Better make it a double!
Terri says
Those are great tips! I haven't cooked chicken wings very often so didn't know about marinating and potato starch - thanks!
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Nancy says
i'm so glad it helps! it will make it super crunchy!
Sean says
Well, I know what I need to do with my air fryer now! I've only had it for a few months and I'm still exploring the options, but this is quick, easy, and loaded with big flavours that I love. I also bought wayyyyy too much potato starch the other day... so, good timing. Haha.
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Nancy says
hhahaha sounds like the universe aligned just for you! it's meant to be!
Colleen says
I love chicken wings and the air fryer is our new favourite way to cook them. I usually use cornstarch but I will be trying with potato starch next time.
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Nancy says
cornstarch is good too! i usually swap between that and potato starch - PS is just more gritty
Vanessa says
The marinade is so flavorful and I love the texture using the potato starch gives!
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Nancy says
potato starch makes such a big difference!