Description
These air fryer chicken wings deliver restaurant-quality crispiness using high-speed convection heat. By using a dry rub featuring smoked paprika and garlic powder, you create a savory, golden-brown crust without the need for deep frying. This method ensures succulent meat and perfectly dehydrated, crunchy skin every time, making it the ultimate healthy, guilt-free snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 lbs Chicken wings, split into drums and flats
1 tbsp Baking powder (aluminum-free)
1 tsp Kosher salt
1 tsp Garlic powder
1 tsp Smoked paprika
Instructions
Pat the wings completely dry using paper towels to ensure optimal crisping.
Combine the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and paprika in a small bowl.
Toss the dried wings in the seasoning mixture until every piece is evenly coated.
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for five minutes.
Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
Cook the wings for 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even browning.
Increase the temperature to 425 degrees Fahrenheit for the final 5 minutes to achieve maximum crunch.
Notes
Always dry the wings thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess surface moisture before seasoning. Space the wings apart in the basket to allow proper airflow and prevent steaming. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.5 lb
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg