Are you tired of soggy, disappointing chicken wings that leave you craving more? Get ready to revolutionize your cooking game with these Air Fryer Chicken Wings that are guaranteed to be so crispy, they'll make restaurant wings look amateur! In just 35 minutes, you'll create the most irresistible, golden-brown wings that are packed with flavor and have the perfect crunch that will have everyone begging for your recipe.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. This ensures that the chicken wings will cook evenly and become super crispy.
- While the air fryer is preheating, prepare the chicken wings. Pat the wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This step is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix the dry ingredients thoroughly to ensure an even coating on the wings.
- Add the chicken wings to the bowl with the seasoning mixture. Toss the wings in the dry mixture until they are evenly coated. Make sure each wing is well covered for maximum flavor and crispiness.
- Once the wings are coated, arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding the basket to allow hot air to circulate around the wings, which helps them crisp up.
- Cook the wings in the air fryer for 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking. The wings should be golden brown and crispy when finished.
- After cooking, remove the wings from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the wings moist.
- Serve the wings hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch or buffalo sauce, and enjoy your super crispy air fryer chicken wings!
Tips
- Always pat your chicken wings completely dry before seasoning - moisture is the enemy of crispiness!
- Use baking powder in your seasoning mix - it's the secret weapon for achieving that extra crispy exterior.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; wings need space to get crispy on all sides.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- Let the wings rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, keeping them juicy on the inside.
- Experiment with different seasoning blends to keep things interesting - try BBQ, Cajun, or lemon pepper variations.
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch and flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 403kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 32g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 80mg
