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Julia Morel

Air Fryer Chicken Wings

These crispy air fryer chicken wings are golden outside, juicy inside, and packed with flavor—without the grease. Perfect for quick dinners, game day, or anytime cravings, this foolproof method gives you crunchy skin in under 30 minutes using simple pantry staples.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 1 lb chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil to help seasoning stick
  • salt and black pepper to taste
For the Dry Rub
  • 2 tsp aluminum-free baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika for mild smokiness
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder for depth of flavor
For Garnish and Serving
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer: Set it to 380°F (193°C) and let it heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. Prep the basket: Spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray.
  3. Dry the wings thoroughly: Pat the wings dry with paper towels to remove all moisture.
  4. Season the wings: In a large mixing bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Arrange the wings: Place them in a single layer in the basket. Avoid overlapping.
  6. Cook: Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 10 minutes. Then increase to 400°F (204°C) and cook for another 6–8 minutes. Flip halfway through.
  7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately with your chosen dipping sauce.

Notes

For frozen wings, pre-cook at 400°F for 8–10 minutes to thaw, drain moisture, pat dry, season, and then cook for 20–25 minutes flipping halfway.
Always use aluminum-free baking powder. Avoid stacking the wings for even crisping. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 375°F for 4–6 minutes.
 
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 320
Protein: 24 grams
Fat: 23 grams
Saturated Fat: 6 grams
Carbohydrates: 2 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
Sugar: 0 grams
Cholesterol: 115 milligrams
Sodium: 500 milligrams