Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

• 2 lb Chicken wingsdrums and flats
• 1 tbsp Baking powderaluminum-free
• 1 tsp Kosher salt
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• as needed Neutral oil spray

Equipment

• Air fryer
• Mixing bowl
• Paper towels
• Instant-read thermometer

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the wings very dry. Toss them with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper.

   ⏱ 5 min

2. 2

   Let the seasoned wings rest uncovered for 20 minutes while the air fryer preheats to 380 F.

   ⏱ 20 min

3. 3

   Lightly spray the basket. Arrange wings in a single layer and cook in batches if needed so air can move around them.

   ⏱ 1 min

4. 4

   Air fry at 380 F for 18 minutes, turning once halfway through.

   ⏱ 18 min

5. 5

   Increase to 400 F and cook until browned and crisp. Check that the wings reach 165 F in the thickest part away from bone.

   ⏱ 6 min

6. 6

   Rest for 3 minutes, then serve plain or toss with your favorite wing sauce.

   ⏱ 3 min