Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

v1.0

by FolsomInnovations

Main DishAmericanDinnerAppetizerSnackAir Fryerchicken wingsair fryergame daycrispy wingsGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeLow-CarbKetoHigh-Protein
Servings: 4Prep: 10 minCook: 24 minInactive: 20 minTotal: 54 min

Dry-seasoned wings that crisp in the air fryer without deep frying. Finish them plain, toss with sauce, or serve with lemon and ranch.

Ingredients

  • 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

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Printed June 5, 2026