Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Wings
Instant Pot BBQ chicken wings are flavorful BBQ chicken wings that are made in the Instant Pot.
Servings 6 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken party wings separated at the joints
- 1 teaspoon mild chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- To make the wings, in a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with the chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper.
- Pour 1 cup water into the Instant Pot inner pot and place a steamer basket in the pot.
- Arrange the wings in the basket.
- Close and lock the lid and turn the pressure release valve to sealing. Press manual high pressure and adjust the cooking time to 5 minutes. It should take about 10-15 minutes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure.
- When the cooking time has finished, carefully turn the pressure release valve to venting to quickly release the pressure. Carefully remove the lid
- Place a rack so it is 4 inches below the broiler element and preheat the broiler.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Using tongs, carefully dip each wing piece in the barbecue sauce and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Broil the wings until browned and crispy on the edges, about 3-5 minutes.
- Flip with tongs and cook on the other side until browned, 3-5 minutes longer.
- Transfer the wings to a platter to serve.