Learn how to cook chicken wings in air fryer with this crispy air fryer chicken wings recipe with baking powder. This is an easy, quick, and the best method of cooking wings that are ready in under 30 minutes and they come out flavorful, tender, and juicy inside with crispy skin.
We like to serve them as appetizers or as sides to potatoes, and veggies.
How To Cook Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
This post will show you how to cook chicken wings in air fryer in simple, easy steps. This is the best air fryer chicken wings recipe because not only is it easy, and simple to make, but the chicken is packed full of flavor, tender, and juicy inside, with brown crispy skin.
Chicken wings are a crowd-pleaser and perfect as appetizers at any gathering be it a party, meeting, or just looking for a tasty snack. It also makes a good side dish with veggies, potatoes, rice, and pasta.
This air fryer chicken wings baking powder is a failproof recipe that ensures the wings are crispy at all times, cooks quickly, and is ready in under 30 minutes. The end result is delicious, juicy, tender, and flavorful wings. The secret to the crispy skin is the baking powder added to the seasoning. It's so good and you will love it! It's a must-try.
Best Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe
With this best air fryer chicken wings recipe, the wings are seasoned with a mixture of herbs and spices, then cooked until crispy outer, and tender inside. You can then serve or toss them in any tasty sauce of your choice. My favorite sauces to toss them in are Peri Peri sauce, buffalo sauce, or BBQ sauce. Yum!
Cooking chicken wings in air fryer requires only a few ingredients that are easy to find in grocery stores and most likely you have them in your pantry already. The ingredients used in this recipe are healthy, sugar free, and preservative-free.
It is versatile and you can customize it to suit your taste. Want it hot? Add more pepper, you can also add your favorite herbs or spices to the seasoning.
Whether you're a beginner or pro cook, this is a simple recipe to follow that yield great result.
This recipe is high in protein, low carb, nutritious, and delicious.
Related: Air fryer whole chicken wings, Air fryer frozen chicken wings
Ingredients
The detailed ingredient list, measurements, and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Chicken wings- I cut them into flats and drummettes. You can use whole chicken wings if you prefer.
Paprika- This vibrant spice adds a rich, smoky flavor and color to the wings.
Garlic powder
Onion granules
Baking powder - This makes the skin crispy.
Salt and pepper
Oil
How To Cook Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
Mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion granules, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Clean the chicken wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
Add the wings to a bowl then add the oil and seasoning. Mix till the wings are coated in the seasoning.
Arrange the seasoned wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer leaving spaces in between them. Don't overlap.
Cook wings in the air fryer for 22-25 minutes at a temperature of 400F/200C.
Flip the chicken halfway through cooking so the sides brown and crisp evenly.
Bring out the air fryer basket and let the wings rest for a few minutes.
Serve and enjoy.
Dipping Sauces
Some dipping sauces that can be served with chicken wings are:
Ranch- A classic sauce for chicken wings.
Blue Cheese - Another popular option is blue cheese dressing.
BBQ Sauce- Smokey and packed with extra flavor, dipping the wings in BBQ sauce is worth it.
How Long To Cook Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
How long to cook wings in air fryer depends on the size of the chicken wings and the temperature of the air fryer.
Typically, how long to air fry chicken wings is 22-25 minutes at 400F/200C.
How long to cook chicken wings in air fryer at 380C is 25-28 minutes.
How long to cook frozen chicken wings in air fryer is 30-35 minutes.
Wings are cooked when there is no blood inside, the inside is tender, and the outer is browned and crisp.
The internal temperature at the thickest part when checked with a meat thermometer should be at least 165F.
What To Serve With
They are great as appetizers or can be served with sauces and sides such as:
Sauces - Peri Peri sauce, garlic butter sauce, BBQ sauce
Potatoes - Air fryer roast potatoes, Boiled potatoes, Fried potatoes, Baked sliced potatoes, seasoned potato wedges, butter potatoes, pesto potatoes
Rice - Spicy rice, Jamaican rice and peas, Jollof rice, Instant pot basmati rice, Yellow rice
Pasta- Creamy lemon pasta, spicy pasta, Spinach Pasta, tomato pasta, Veggie pasta
Vegetables - Mediterranean roasted vegetables, roasted carrots, pan fried broccoli, boiled carrots, sauteed vegetables, baked vegetables.
How To Store
Let the wings cool completely before packing them in a Ziploc or an airtight container (this will prevent them from sweating and becoming soggy).
If you plan to eat them within a couple of days then it's best to store them in the fridge where they'll keep well for up to 3 days.
If you want to store them for a longer period, then store them in the freezer where they'll keep well for up to 6 months.
They can be reheated in the air fryer, oven, or microwave.
To reheat in the Air Fryer- Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket leaving spaces between them then air fry at 180C/360F for 5-6 minutes or until heated through.
Tips For Cooking Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
- Pat the wings dry before adding seasoning.
- You can use any other seasoning of your choice just add baking powder to it for crispiness.
- Arrange the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer with spaces in between them. Don't overlap them and don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Cook wings till the internal temperature is at least 165F at the thickest part.
- Let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Air fryer wings can be made ahead and reheated.
FAQS
How do you keep chicken wings from drying out in an air fryer?
Do not overcook them so they stay moist and juicy. Cooking time is 20-25 minutes. Check on it at the earliest and if need be, keep cooking.
Is it better to fry chicken wings or air fry?
Air frying chicken wings is easier and less messy. It also is hands-free once the wings go in the air fryer.
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Easy baked chicken wings
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Air fryer breaded chicken breast
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How To Cook Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 kg (2lb) Chicken wings
- 2 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic granules
- ¼ teaspoon Onion granules
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper or to taste
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion granules, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Clean the chicken wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Add the wings to a bowl and add the oil and seasoning. Mix till the wings are coated in the seasoning.
- Arrange the seasoned wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer leaving spaces in between them. Don't overlap.
- Cook chicken wings in the air fryer for 22-25 minutes at a temperature of 400F/200C.Flip the chicken halfway through cooking so the sides brown and crisp evenly
- Bring out the air fryer basket and let the wings rest for a few minutes.Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Pat the wings dry before adding seasoning.
- You can use any other seasoning of your choice just add baking powder to it for crispiness.
- Arrange the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer with spaces in between them. Don't overlap them and don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Cook wings till the internal temperature is at least 165F at the thickest part.
- Let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Air fryer wings can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition
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