Air Fryer Peri Peri Wings (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken Wings

01 - 1-1/4 pounds chicken wing sections (approximately 12 pieces)
02 - 1/3 cup cornstarch
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Peri Peri Sauce

05 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 3 tablespoons Louisiana-style cayenne pepper sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 2 tablespoons vinegar
09 - 2 teaspoons ground peri peri pepper
10 - 1-1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
11 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

# Instructions:

01 - Combine melted butter, Louisiana-style cayenne pepper sauce, lemon juice, vinegar, ground peri peri pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Pat chicken wing sections dry. Season with salt and black pepper, then dredge evenly in cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
03 - Arrange wing sections in a single layer on a mesh air-fryer tray. Cook at 390°F (199°C) for 35 to 40 minutes, turning every 10 minutes, until the wings are evenly browned and crisp.
04 - Transfer hot wings to a large bowl and toss immediately with prepared peri peri sauce until fully coated. Serve at once.

# Notes:

01 - For extra crispy wings, ensure wing sections are patted completely dry before dredging in cornstarch.