Make crispy, juicy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe in just 30 minutes! Perfect for game night, healthy and full of flavor.
Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25–30 mins
Why You’ll Love This Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe
If you love restaurant-style crispy chicken wings but want a healthier, faster way to cook them, this Air Fryer Chicken Wings recipe is your new go-to. No deep frying, no greasy mess—just juicy meat with a perfectly crispy skin every time.
This method is beginner-friendly, needs minimal oil, and is ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for game nights, parties, or even a quick dinner.
Ingredients Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe
- 2 lbs (about 1 kg) chicken wings
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or any cooking oil)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp chili powder or cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Make Crispy, Juicy & Easy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe.
Instructions Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe
- Prep the Wings
- Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel to remove moisture (this helps make them crispy).
- If they’re whole wings, cut them into drumettes and wingettes.
- Season
- In a large bowl, mix wings with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chili powder (if using).
- Toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat the Air Fryer
- Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for 3–5 minutes.
- Air Fry
- Place the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd; cook in batches if needed).
- Cook for 25–30 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve
- Enjoy plain, or toss with your favorite sauce like buffalo, BBQ, or honey garlic.
- Serve with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Pro Tips for the Crispiest Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Don’t overcrowd the basket: Cook in batches for best results.
- Add baking powder: 1 tsp of baking powder in the seasoning mix makes skin extra crispy.
- Use fresh, not frozen: For maximum crispiness, use thawed wings.
💡 Tip: For extra crispy wings, add 1 tsp baking powder to the seasoning mix before air frying
Air Fryer Chicken Wings Variations
- Buffalo Wings: Toss in hot sauce and melted butter.
- Garlic Parmesan: Toss in butter, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
- Honey BBQ: Coat with honey and BBQ sauce for a sticky, sweet flavor.
Nutrition (per serving)
Approximate values:
Calories: 210 | Protein: 18g | Fat: 14g | Carbs: 1g
