Quick and easy air fryer, masala, chicken wings
The air fryer does all the work for these ultra-crispy Masala Wings! Perfectly seasoned with warm spices and air-fried to golden perfection, they’re then tossed in a buttery garlic cilantro mixture and served with a creamy, tangy tikka masala dipping sauce.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Wings:
* 2 lb chicken wings
* 3 Tbsp avocado oil
* 1.5 Tbsp baking powder
* 2 Tbsp ground cumin
* 2 tsp ground coriander
* 2 tsp garam masala
* 1 tsp turmeric powder
* 2 tsp smoked paprika
* 2 tsp garlic powder
* 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
Garlic Butter:
* 4 Tbsp butter
* 4 garlic cloves, minced
Tikka Masala Dipping Sauce:
* 4 Tbsp butter
* 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
* 1 Tbsp ginger, minced
* 1 Tbsp garlic, minced
* 1 tsp garam masala
* 1 tsp ground cumin
* 1 tsp ground coriander
* 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
* 1 Tbsp tomato paste
* 1/2 cup tomato sauce
* 1/2 cup heavy cream
* 2 Tbsp lemon juice
* Salt, to taste
* Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
* Lime wedge, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Prep the Chicken Wings: Pat the wings dry. Toss with avocado oil, baking powder, and all the spices (cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt) in a large bowl.
2. Air Fry the Wings: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Air fry for 24 minutes, flipping halfway through at 12 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.
3. Make the Garlic Butter: While the wings are cooking, melt butter in a pan and sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
4. Prepare the Tikka Masala Sauce: In another pan, melt butter and sauté onion, ginger, and garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and tomato paste, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Add heavy cream and lemon juice, cooking for another 3-4 minutes. Blend for a smoother texture if desired. Season with salt.
5. Toss & Serve: Once the wings are done, toss them in the garlic butter, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with the creamy tikka dipping sauce and lime wedges.
