The Ninja Woodfire Grill is a game-changer when it comes to cooking healthier options without sacrificing flavor. And today, I’m excited to show you how it can help us create the perfect air-fried chicken wings that are also smoked at the same time.
We’ve all been there – trying to cook chicken wings that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, but somehow, they always end up soggy or burnt. And let’s be honest, deep-frying is not the healthiest option, is it? But what if I told you there’s a way to achieve that perfect crispiness without drenching your wings in oil? The struggle is real, folks, and I’m about to show you how to overcome it.
One of the biggest challenges when cooking chicken wings is getting the skin to crisp up properly. You try to bake them, and they come out dry and flavorless. You try to grill them, and they end up charred on the outside and raw on the inside. And don’t even get me started on deep-frying – it’s a whole different level of unhealthy. But what if you could achieve that perfect crunch without any of the guilt?
Achieving the perfect crispiness is all about finding the right balance between heat, timing, and technique. And that’s exactly what we’re going to do today using the Ninja Woodfire Grill. This baby is a powerhouse when it comes to cooking, and I’m excited to show you how it can help us create the perfect air-fried chicken wings, with a bit of smoke flavor.
Now it’s time to get started on preparing our wings. The first step is to season them with a blend of BBQ rub and corn starch that will add depth, flavor and crispiness. And the best part? The Ninja Woodfire Grill has a unique feature that allows us to infuse our wings with even more flavor using wood pellets.
The wood pellets are what really take our wings to the next level. They add a smoky, BBQ flavor that’s impossible to replicate with traditional cooking methods. And the best part is, you can use different types of wood pellets to create different flavor profiles. From hickory to applewood, the possibilities are endless.
And here they are, folks – the most mouthwatering, smoky air-fried chicken wings you’ve ever laid eyes on. Just look at that golden-brown color and crispy texture. I mean, who needs deep-frying when you can achieve results like this with air-frying?
The moment of truth is finally here. Our wings are done, and they look incredible. That smoky flavor is perfectly balanced with the spicy BBQ rub, and the crunch on the outside is just perfect.
In the end, it’s all about creating healthier versions of the dishes we love without sacrificing flavor. And that’s exactly what we’ve done today with our air-fried chicken wings on the Ninja Woodfire Grill. So what’s your favorite flavor of chicken wings? Do you like them spicy, smoky, or classic buffalo-style?
Ingredients:
• 2 dozen Chicken Wings
• 1 tbsp BBQ Rub
• 1 tbsp corn starch
• Spray Avocado Oil
Prep:
• Place wings in a plastic ziplock bag.
• Add in BBQ rub and corn starch.
• Seal up bag and mix the contents thoroughly.
• Add the wings to the Air Crisp basket, skin side facing up.
• Spray the wings lightly with the avocado oil.
• Add pellets to WFG.
• Set WFG to Air Crisp setting at 400F (204C) for 20 minutes.
• Press and the Woodfire button.
• Let the WFG go through the IGN and preheat process.
• Add basket with wings to the WFG.
• Close the lid and let air crisp for 10 minutes.
• After 10 minutes, open the lid and flip the wings over.
• Shut the lid and continue to cook for the remaining 10 minutes.
• Wings should have an internal temperature of 170-180F (76-82C).
• Remove from WFG and enjoy!
Smoked Air Fried Chicken Wings
Equipment
- 1 Ninja Woodfire Grill
Ingredients
- 2 doz Chicken Wings
- 1 tbsp BBQ Rub
- 1 tbsp Corn Starch
- Spray Avocado Oil
Instructions
- Place wings in a plastic ziplock bag.
- Add in BBQ rub and corn starch.
- Seal up bag and mix the contents thoroughly.
- Add the wings to the Air Crisp basket, skin side facing up.
- Spray the wings lightly with the avocado oil.
- Add pellets to WFG.
- Set WFG to Air Crisp setting at 400F (204C) for 20 minutes.
- Press and the Woodfire button.
- Let the WFG go through the IGN and preheat process.
- Add basket with wings to the WFG.
- Close the lid and let air crisp for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, open the lid and flip the wings over.
- Shut the lid and continue to cook for the remaining 10 minutes.
- Wings should have an internal temperature of 170-180F (76-82C).
- Remove from WFG and enjoy!