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    Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Wings

    Published: Nov 4, 2021 by Kemi · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Learn how to cook frozen chicken wings in instant pot pressure cooker with this instant pot frozen chicken wings recipe that is easy, quick, and simple. The wings are moist, tender, packed full of flavor with crispy skin.

    cooked chicken wings from frozen served on a white plate.

    If you often forget to bring wings out of the freezer to thaw then this frozen wings in instant pot recipe is for you. It lets you cook wings from frozen with no need to thaw and you get perfectly cooked wings.

    It's simple, quick and you have tasty chicken in under 30 minutes.

    Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Wings Recipe

    This is the best instant pot frozen chicken wings recipe because it is quick, easy, and produces the tastiest chicken wings in instant pot.

    This instant pot frozen wings recipe makes use of a few ingredients, and only minimal prep is required in cooking it.

    It is perfect for when you want to make a quick appetizer or main dish to serve with sides like potatoes, and vegetables.

    The instant pot cooks the wings tender, and you can then crisp the skin in the oven or air fryer all under 30 minutes which makes this the quickest method of cooking frozen chicken wings.

    You can toss in your favorite sauce like BBQ sauce, buffalo sauce, garlic butter, etc.

    I used uncut whole chicken wings for this post but you can use cut ones drummettes and flats as the same cooking time applies.

    I used the Instant pot duo for this recipe however you can use any other pressure cooker brand like pressure king pro, or ninja foodi. You might have to adjust the cooking time if using any other brand of pressure cooker than the instant pot.

    Related: Air fryer frozen chicken wings, Chicken wings seasoning.

    cooked wings served on a white plate.

    Ingredients

    Chicken wings

    Paprika

    Parsley

    Onion powder

    Garlic powder

    Dried thyme

    Salt

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    How To Cook Frozen Chicken Wings in Instant Pot

    In a small bowl, mix the paprika, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, salt. 

    Apply the seasoning all over the chicken wings ensuring all parts are covered.

    seasoned frozen wings.

    Add a cup of water into the pot of the instant pot, then put the trivet inside the pot. 

    Put the seasoned frozen wings on the trivet then cover the instant pot with its lid.

    wings arranged on a trivet in the instant pot.

    Turn the lid valve into a sealing position. Set instant pot to manual pressure cook on high for 10 minutes. After this time, do 5 minutes natural release.

    When the instant pot is depressurized, open the lid and bring out the chicken wings.

    cooked chicken wings in instant pot.

    Arrange the wings on a baking tray then broil for 5-6 minutes for golden brown, crispy skin.

    chicken wings arranged on a baking tray.

    You can also air fry to get crispy skin.

    How Long To Cook Frozen Chicken Wings in Instant Pot

    How long to cook frozen chicken wings in instant pot is 10 minutes of pressure cooking on high followed by 5 minutes natural pressure release.

    For very large pieces, you pressure cook for 12 minutes then 5 minutes natural release. This does not take into account the time to broil it in the oven or brown in the air fryer. 

    To test if the chicken is cooked: Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken wings, If it reads at least 165F/75C, then it is safely cooked and good to eat. 

    broiled wings with crispy skin on a baking tray.

    What To Serve With

    Chicken wings can be served as appetizers or main dish. Some suggestions of what to serve with are below:

    Carrots, Celery, Cucumber

    Dips - Peri Peri sauce, BBQ sauce, Buffalo sauce.

    Potatoes

    Rice

    Pasta

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    How To Store

    To store leftover chicken wings, leave them to cool completely, then put it in an airtight container or Ziplocs before storing them in the fridge or freezer.

    It will keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days but to store it for a longer time period, put it in the freezer where it will last for up to 6 months.

    Frozen chicken wings can be reheated from frozen in the microwave, air fryer, or oven. You don't need to thaw it before reheating but if you wish to thaw it first, you can leave it in the fridge overnight.

    To reheat in the oven: Put the wings on a baking tray and bake at a temperature of 200C for 4 minutes or until it's warmed through.

    Tips

    • You can use any other seasoning of your choice.
    • Adjust pepper and salt to suit your taste.
    • Put the chicken wings on the trivet and not directly in the water.
    • Make sure the instant pot is depressurised before opening the lid.
    • You can brown the chicken skin in the oven or air fryer for crispy skin but you can skip that step if you prefer.
    cooked chicken wings from frozen served on a white plate.

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    Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Wings

    Kemi
    Learn how to cook frozen chicken wings in instant pot pressure cooker with this instant pot frozen chicken wings recipe that is easy, quick, and simple. The wings are moist, tender, packed full of flavor with crispy skin.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    natural pressure release 5 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Appetizer, Main Course
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 4
    Calories 153 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients
      

    • 500 g (1lb) Frozen Chicken wings
    • 1 tablespoon Paprika
    • ½ teaspoon Onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon Cumin
    • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, mix the paprika, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, salt. 
    • Apply the seasoning all over the chicken wings ensuring all parts are covered.
    • Add a cup of water into the pot of the instant pot, then put the trivet inside the pot. 
      Put the seasoned frozen wings on the trivet then cover the instant pot with its lid.
    • Turn the lid valve into a sealing position. Set instant pot to manual pressure cook on high for 10 minutes. After this time, do 5 minutes natural release.
    • When the instant pot is depressurized, open the lid and bring out the chicken wings.
    • Arrange the wings on a baking tray then broil for 5-6 minutes for golden brown, crispy skin.
      You can also air fry to get crispy skin.

    Notes

    • You can use any other seasoning of your choice.
    • Adjust pepper and salt to suit your taste.
    • Put the chicken wings on the trivet and not directly in the water.
    • Make sure the instant pot is depressurized before opening the lid.
    • You can brown the chicken skin in the oven or air fryer for crispy skin but you can skip that step if you prefer.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 153kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 13gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 121mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 174IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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