Description
Air fryer chicken wings are crispy, juicy, and perfectly seasoned wings cooked effortlessly in an air fryer for a healthier alternative to deep-frying. Perfect for game nights, parties, or quick snacks. Easily made gluten-free or keto-friendly.
Ingredients
For the Wings:
– 1 lb chicken wings (split into flats and drumettes)
– Cooking spray (for air fryer basket)
– 1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil for higher smoke point)
– ½ tsp paprika (or smoked paprika for depth)
– ½ tsp garlic powder
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Garnish and Serving (optional):
– Chopped parsley
– Ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or buffalo sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness. Transfer them to a large bowl.
- Toss the wings with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch. Avoid overcrowding for proper airflow.
- Cook at 380°F for 10 minutes, then increase the temperature to 400°F (204°C) and cook for an additional 6–8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Shake the basket halfway through cooking to redistribute the wings for even crispiness.
- Remove the wings from the air fryer and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve hot with ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or buffalo sauce on the side.
Notes
– Pat wings completely dry: Moisture prevents crispiness—use paper towels to blot thoroughly.
– Avoid overcrowding: Cook in batches if needed to ensure proper airflow and even cooking.
– Gluten-free: Naturally GF, just verify all seasonings and sauces used are certified gluten-free.
– Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 360°F for 4 minutes to restore crispiness.
– Frozen wings: Increase cooking time by 5–7 minutes and shake the basket halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: ~220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg