Asian

Air Fryer Sweet Chili Wings

Name: Air Fryer Sweet Chili Wings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 kg chicken wings; 1 tbsp baking powder; 0.5 tsp salt; 80 ml sweet chili sauce; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp sesame seeds

Published June 2, 2026·Updated June 2, 2026·by Air Fryer Crispy Editorial Team·✓ Editorially Reviewed

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Dairy-free High protein

Crispy wings glazed in sticky sweet chili sauce. The air fryer renders the fat perfectly for maximum crunch.

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Ingredients

1 kgchicken wings
1 tbspbaking powder
0.5 tspsalt
80 mlsweet chili sauce
1 tbspsoy sauce
1 tbsplime juice
1 tspsesame seeds

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Instructions

Pat wings dry. Toss with baking powder and salt.

💡 Baking powder helps the skin crisp up.

Air fry at 190°C / 380°F for 12 minutes. Flip, cook another 10-12 minutes.

Mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice.

Toss crispy wings in sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

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Common Questions

How long does it take to cook sweet chili wings? ▾

Total time is about 35 minutes, with 25 minutes of actual cooking. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your equipment and ingredient size.

How many servings does this sweet chili wings recipe make? ▾

This recipe yields 4 servings as written. You can easily scale the recipe up or down using the serving size adjuster above the ingredient list.

Why is my chicken wings not crispy in the air fryer? ▾

For maximum crispiness, avoid overcrowding the basket, pat ingredients dry before cooking, and shake or flip halfway through. A light coating of oil also helps achieve a golden finish.

What can I serve with sweet chili wings? ▾

This dish pairs well with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, rice, or crusty bread. Check our related recipes below for more ideas.

What to drink with this

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Wine

Off-dry Riesling — sweetness balances chili heat without dominating.

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Beer

Light Asian lager like Sapporo or Tsingtao.

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Cocktail

Whiskey-ginger highball.

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Non-alcoholic

Iced jasmine green tea.

Ingredient substitutions

Ingredient	Replace with	Ratio	Notes
soy sauce	tamari	1:1	Gluten-free. Slightly less sweet, more pronounced umami.
	coconut aminos	1:1	Soy-free + gluten-free. Slightly sweeter; reduce other sweeteners.

The story behind this recipe ▾

The appeal of air fryer sweet chili wings comes from the combination of familiar ingredients and a straightforward method. In the asian tradition this recipe belongs to, chicken dishes are often distinguished by how well the main components are balanced rather than by complexity of technique. Here, chicken wings, baking powder, salt form the backbone of the flavour, supported by the remaining ingredients in the list of 7. Total timing is 35 minutes end to end — 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking. The yield of 4 makes it suitable for a family-sized portion.

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This recipe is for inspiration only. We do not provide food safety, storage, or nutritional advice. Always follow your local food safety guidelines. Check all ingredients for allergens.

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