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The Very BEST Air Fryer Chicken Wings!

The Very BEST Air Fryer Chicken Wings: Crispy Perfection Awaits

Enjoy crispy perfection with my recipe for The Very BEST Air Fryer Chicken Wings!
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer, Appetizer, chicken wings, Crispy, Easy Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients

For the Wings

  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings Bone-in, skin-on for best crispiness and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.

For the Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Do not substitute with baking soda.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt recommended.

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 360°F for 2-3 minutes.
  • Combine garlic powder, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl.
  • Pat dry the chicken wings using paper towels; coat them with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the wings and rub them thoroughly.
  • Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook for 12 minutes, then flip the wings and cook for another 12 minutes.
  • Increase the temperature to 390°F and cook for an additional 6 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Check that the wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F, aiming for 180°F-200°F.

Notes

Optional: Toss wings in your favorite sauce after cooking for an added flavor twist. For best results, love experimenting with seasonings!

Nutrition

Serving: 4wings | Calories: 300kcal | Protein: 25g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 300mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 5mg