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Air fried chicken wings in a serving bowl

Air Fryer Chicken Wings

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Savor the crunch and flavor of Air Fryer Chicken Wings – a quick and easy appetizer that’s hard to resist. Whether you toss them in a simple dry rub or add some heat with hot sauce, these wings deliver a delicious bite in just 30 minutes. Perfect for any occasion, they’re more than just food – they’re a crowd-pleasing experience!
Course Appetizer, Entree
Cuisine American
Diet Halal
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 serving
Calories 290
Author Sangeetha Vel

Ingredients

  • 2 lb Chicken Wings
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Ginger Powder
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • ½ tsp Pepper Powder black
  • 1 tsp Oil
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • Salt as needed
  • Oil Spray
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Instructions

Preparing Chicken Wings Dry Rub

  • In a bowl, combine garlic, ginger, chili, black pepper, baking powder, and salt. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can swap the chili powder for paprika. Mix everything thoroughly and set it aside for later use.
    Dry rub seasoning mix in a bowl

Marinating Chicken Wings

  • Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel. If you're using whole wings, cut them into drums and flats. Place the wings in a glass bowl and add oil, mixing well so it coats all the wings.
    Tossing the chicken wings with oil
  • Sprinkle the reserved dry rub seasoning powder over the wings and mix until thoroughly coated. Your Chicken Wings are now ready to be air-fried.
    Dry rub marinated chicken wings in a bowl

Air Frying Chicken Wings

  • Begin by lightly spraying your Air Fryer basket with oil. Preheat the Air Fryer to 380°F for about 5 minutes, though the exact time may vary depending on your model.
    Preheating Air fryer at 380° F
  • Once preheated, arrange the dry-rubbed chicken wings in a single layer in the basket. This helps promote even cooking and optimal crispiness.
    Marinated wings in air fryer basket
  • Set the Air Fryer to 380°F and cook the wings for 20 minutes. Pause at the halfway mark (10 minutes) to shake the basket.
    Setting Air fryer to 380° F for 20 min
  • At the halfway point, shake the basket to promote even cooking.
    Wings cooked half way through
  • Resume cooking the wings for the remaining 10 minutes.
    Cooking the wings for the rest of 10 minutes
  • When the timer beeps, open the Air Fryer and enjoy your crispy, air-fried Chicken Wings. For an extra burst of flavor, you can transfer the wings to a bowl and add additional seasoning if desired.
    Crispy air fried wings in a bowl

Seasoning Wings

  • Drizzle 2 tablespoons of hot sauce or your preferred wing sauce over the air-fried wings. Toss thoroughly so that all the wings are well-coated. Now, your crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings are ready to be savored and enjoyed.
    Hot sauce tossed air fried chicken wings

Serving

  • Savor these Crispy Air-Fryer Chicken Wings with your favorite sauces and classic celery sticks with ranch dip. They’re perfect as appetizers, snacks, or a satisfying meal. For more pairing ideas, take a look at our Serving Suggestions section below.
    Serving crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings with celery sticks and ranch

Notes

Here are some tips for making perfect Air Fryer Chicken Wings:
  • Avoid Overcrowding: When arranging the wings in the Air Fryer basket, make sure they’re in a single layer without overlapping. Overcrowding can prevent even cooking and reduce crispiness.
  • Flip for Extra Crispiness: For extra crispy wings, you can flip them over at the halfway mark instead of just shaking the basket. This will allow both sides to get equally crispy.
  • Adjust Cooking Time: If your wings are larger or smaller than average, you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes to avoid overcooking.
  • Rest After Cooking: Let the wings rest for a minute or two after air frying. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the wings juicy inside.

Nutrition

Serving: 5wings | Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 205mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 432IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 2mg

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