Name: Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Wings
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken wings, fresh or frozen; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 3/4 cup BBQ sauce, divided into 1/2 cup and 1/4 cup

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Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Wings are made easy with the Instant Pot. Brushed with BBQ sauce and finished in the broiler for added flavor.

bbq chicken wings spread out on a white plate

Making chicken wings in the Instant Pot doesn’t get too much easier than this. You don’t need any special accessories, just the trivet that comes with your Instant Pot.

These Instant Pot BBQ wings can be cooked fresh, or frozen straight from the freezer. Once the wings are cooked, they are lightly tossed in some spices and BBQ sauce, then broiled in the oven.

They turn out so flavorful and they make a great family meal. Add these Instant Pot BBQ chicken wings to your dinner rotation!

Why you’ll love this recipe

Made easy with the Instant Pot
Makes a great family meal
Pairs well with your favorite side dish

Ingredients

What you’ll need to make this recipe.

Raw chicken wings (fresh or frozen)
Salt
Black pepper
Garlic powder
Onion powder
BBQ sauce

How to make this recipe

1 – Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot and place trivet in the pot. Place the wings on top of the trivet.

2 – Close the lid and make sure the valve points to sealed.

3 – Pressure cook on High Pressure for 15 minutes for frozen wings, or 8 minutes for thawed wings. Naturally release for 10 minutes, then Quick Release to let out any remaining steam.

4 – Carefully transfer the wings to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the wings with the salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Lightly toss.

5 – Add 1/2 cup of the BBQ sauce and gently toss the wings again.

6 – Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick spray. Place the wings on the sheet.

7 – With the remaining BBQ sauce, brush the wings with more BBQ sauce.

8 – Broil the wings for 10 minutes on high, flipping them halfway through.

When the wings are done, transfer to a serving platter.

bbq chicken wing being held as a close up

How do I store cooked chicken wings?

Placed cooled wings in an airtight container and place in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

bbq chicken wings spread out on a white plate with one chicken wing in focus

Can I freeze cooked chicken wings?

Yes! Place the wings in a freezer safe bag. Remove as much air as possible before you seal it. Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Calories per serving (1/2 pound): 363

You can also find my FREE Instant Pot cheat sheets here.

Yield: 4 Servings

Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Wings

Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Wings are made easy with the Instant Pot. Brushed with BBQ sauce and finished in the broiler for added flavor.

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken wings, fresh or frozen
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 cup BBQ sauce, divided into 1/2 cup and 1/4 cup

Instructions

Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot and place trivet in the pot. Place the wings on top of the trivet. Close the lid and make sure the valve points to sealed.
Pressure cook on High Pressure for 15 minutes for frozen wings, or 8 minutes for thawed wings. Naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick release to let out any remaining steam.
Carefully transfer the wings to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the wings with the salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Lightly toss.
Add 1/2 cup of the BBQ sauce and gently toss the wings again.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick spray. Place the wings on the sheet.
With the remaining BBQ sauce, brush the wings with more BBQ sauce. Broil the wings for 10 minutes on high, flipping them halfway through.

Notes

The internal temperature of the chicken should be at least 165°. Measure this at the thickest part of the chicken near the bone. Continue cooking until chicken reaches temperature.

The Instant Pot needs to come to pressure before the cooking time starts, similar to an oven that needs to preheat. The cooking time doesn't actually start until pressure builds, which can take anywhere from 5-15 minutes, sometimes longer depending on how full the pot is and how much liquid there is inside. Once it reaches pressure the Instant Pot will beep, and the cook time will begin to count down. Please, make sure to consider that extra time when planning your meal.