Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside—these Air Fryer Chicken Wings are a game-day favorite made healthier! With minimal oil and a quick cook time, they’re perfect for weeknight dinners or party snacks. Customize with your favorite dry rubs or sauces like buffalo, honey garlic, or BBQ.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken wings (separated into flats and drumettes)
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 ½ tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Optional: buffalo sauce, BBQ sauce, ranch for dipping

Instructions:

Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
Pat dry chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels.
Toss wings in a large bowl with vegetable oil and seasonings until evenly coated.
Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket (cook in batches if needed).
Air fry for 25–30 minutes, shaking the basket every 8–10 minutes, until crispy and golden.
Optional: Toss wings in your favorite sauce and air fry for 2 more minutes.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and a side of ranch or blue cheese dip.
Great with fries, coleslaw, or mac and cheese for a full meat

Tips:

Dry the wings well: Patting the wings dry removes excess moisture and helps them get extra crispy in the air fryer without needing extra oil.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer: Cook in batches if needed. Wings need space for the air to circulate and crisp them up properly.
Use baking powder (optional): Adding 1 tsp of aluminum-free baking powder to the seasoning mix can help make the skin extra crispy.
Preheat the air fryer: Always preheat for even cooking and a good sear from the start.
Flip or shake during cooking: Shake the basket or flip the wings every 8–10 minutes to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
Add sauce at the end: Toss wings in sauce only after cooking, then pop them back in the air fryer for 1–2 minutes to set the glaze without burning it.
Pair with dips: Serve with ranch, blue cheese dressing, or a garlic aioli for dipping.

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