Sticky Orange Air Fryer Chicken Wings (BBQ-Store Style, Juicy & Tender)
- Cupful Days
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
Glossy, sticky, and unbelievably juicy, these Orange Air Fryer Chicken Wings taste just like the freshly roasted wings you’d order from a BBQ store. The simple secret? A citrusy soy-based marinade and fresh orange slices underneath the wings, keeping the meat tender while building that sticky, caramelised surface.
No grill, no mess just your air fryer doing all the work, all ready in 20 minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
BBQ-shop texture – Sticky glaze, juicy centre
Air fryer only – Easy, mess-free cooking
Orange-infused flavour – Sweet, savoury, and fragrant
Short marination – Big flavour in just 20 minutes
Perfect for sharing – Great as a snack or main
Ingredients
1 packet chicken wings (about 6 pieces)
1 orange, sliced
Marinade:
1 cup fresh orange juice (store-bought is fine)
1 tbsp light soy sauce
½ tbsp dark soy sauce
½ tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
1 tsp honey
Instructions
1. Prep the wings
Cut two slits on each chicken wing to help the marinade absorb better.
2. Marinate
Place chicken wings into a clean bowl.Pour in orange juice, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, and honey.Mix well until evenly coated.Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
3. Prepare the air fryer tray
Slice the orange and lay the pieces evenly on the air fryer tray.Place the marinated chicken wings on top of the orange slices.
4. Air fry
Air fry at 180°C for 20 minutes, flipping the wings at the 10-minute mark to ensure even cooking.
5. Serve
Remove when the wings are glossy, sticky, and deeply caramelised.
Serve hot!
Pro Tips
Don’t overcrowd the tray space helps caramelisation
Spoon extra glaze from the tray over the wings before serving
For deeper char, add 2–3 extra minutes at the end
Optional Add-Ons
Add chilli flakes for a spicy kick
