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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

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Learn how to make perfectly crispy chicken wings in your air fryer. This easy recipe is ideal for game day, parties, or any occasion where you need a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Optional: Your favorite wing sauce (e.g., buffalo, BBQ)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving crispy skin.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the dried wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
  4. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through.
  5. Continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
  6. If using sauce, toss the hot, crispy wings in your favorite sauce immediately after removing them from the air fryer.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy your crispy air fryer chicken wings.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wings, you can add a teaspoon of baking powder to the dry rub (ensure it’s aluminum-free).
  • If cooking from frozen, increase the cooking time by 5-10 minutes and ensure wings are cooked through.
  • Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model and the size of your wings.
  • These wings are great with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing.

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