Imagine sinking your teeth into the most perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken wings without the guilt of deep-frying. These air fryer breaded chicken wings are about to revolutionize your home cooking game, delivering restaurant-quality crunch and flavor right from your kitchen. Whether you're hosting a game day party or craving a delicious weeknight meal, these wings are guaranteed to be the star of the show!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start 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 crispy.
- While the air fryer is preheating, prepare the chicken wings. Rinse them under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps to remove excess moisture, allowing for a crispier finish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, beat the two eggs until well combined. This will be used for the egg wash to help the breadcrumbs adhere to the wings.
- In another bowl, place the breadcrumbs. You can use plain or seasoned breadcrumbs depending on your preference.
- Take each chicken wing and first coat it in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. This initial coating helps the egg wash stick better.
- Next, dip the floured wing into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Finally, roll the wing in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well. Repeat this process for all the chicken wings.
- Once all wings are coated, lightly spray or brush them with cooking oil. This step is important for achieving a golden, crispy texture.
- Carefully place the breaded chicken wings in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook the wings in the air fryer for 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they cook evenly and get crispy on both sides.
- Once the cooking time is up, check for doneness. The internal temperature of the chicken wings should reach at least 165°F (74°C). If they need more time, continue cooking in 2-3 minute increments until fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove the wings from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute.
- Serve the breaded chicken wings hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch, blue cheese, or hot sauce. Enjoy your delicious, crispy air-fried chicken wings!
Tips
- Pat the chicken wings completely dry before coating to ensure maximum crispiness
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - cook in batches for even cooking
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure wings reach the safe internal temperature of 165°F
- For extra flavor, experiment with different seasoning blends in your flour mixture
- Lightly spray or brush wings with oil to help breadcrumbs achieve a golden brown color
- Let wings rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain moisture and redistribute juices
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature
- Pair with your favorite dipping sauces for added flavor variety
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 130mg
