These Crispy Instant Pot Chicken Wings are easy to make and packed with flavor! The Instant Pot cooks the wings quickly, while a quick broil in the oven gives them that perfect crispy finish. Toss them in your favorite sauce, and you have a delicious snack or main dish ready in no time!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 cup water (for Instant Pot)
For the Sauce (Optional):
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup hot sauce (Buffalo sauce or your favorite hot sauce)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (for tang)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Wings
- Season the wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture (this helps achieve a crispy texture).
- In a bowl, toss the wings with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
Step 2: Cook the Wings in the Instant Pot
- Add water to the Instant Pot and place the trivet inside.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken wings on top of the trivet.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to Manual (or Pressure Cook) on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is up, perform a quick release to release the pressure.
Step 3: Crisp the Wings in the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Carefully remove the wings from the Instant Pot and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
- Place the wings in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Toss in Sauce (Optional)
- While the wings are baking, prepare the sauce by mixing melted butter, hot sauce, honey, and vinegar in a bowl.
- Once the wings are crispy, remove them from the oven and toss them in the sauce mixture, or serve the sauce on the side for dipping.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
- Serve the crispy chicken wings with your favorite side dishes like celery, carrots, and ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Tips for the Best Crispy Instant Pot Wings
✔ For extra crispy wings, make sure they are as dry as possible before seasoning them.
✔ Broil the wings for the last 2-3 minutes of baking if you want them even crispier.
✔ Adjust the cooking time: If using larger wings or frozen wings, cook for an extra 1-2 minutes.
✔ Make the wings spicier by adding cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the seasoning mix.
These Crispy Instant Pot Chicken Wings are perfect for parties, game day, or any time you crave a flavorful, crispy snack! Would you like suggestions for dipping sauces?
