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Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

A close-up pile of golden brown, crispy air fryer chicken wings seasoned and ready to eat.
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Make restaurant-quality crispy air fryer chicken wings at home. This recipe uses a simple technique to ensure a crunchy exterior and juicy interior without deep frying. Perfect for game day or a quick weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes separated)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free recommended for best results)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Cooking spray or light oil for the basket

Instructions

  1. Prepare the wings: Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness.
  2. Mix the coating: In a medium bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Coat the wings: Add the dried wings to the bowl and toss thoroughly until every piece is lightly and evenly coated with the dry mixture.
  4. Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
  5. Arrange the wings: Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary to allow air to circulate fully around each wing.
  6. First cook cycle: Cook for 15 minutes.
  7. Flip and increase heat: Open the air fryer, flip the wings, and increase the temperature to 400°F (200°C).
  8. Second cook cycle: Cook for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the wings are deep golden brown and very crispy.
  9. Serve immediately: Remove the wings from the air fryer. Toss with your favorite sauce or serve plain with a side of dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of the baking powder with 1/2 teaspoon of cornstarch in the dry rub.
  • If you plan to sauce the wings, toss them immediately after removing them from the air fryer to prevent the skin from steaming and losing crispness.
  • If your wings are very large, you may need to add 2-3 minutes to the total cook time.

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