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Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

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Learn how to make juicy, perfectly cooked chicken wings with crispy skin in your air fryer using simple steps and basic seasoning.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free for best results)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispy skin.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the dried wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  4. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry for 20 minutes.
  6. Flip the wings and continue to air fry for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the skin is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Remove the wings from the air fryer. Toss immediately with your favorite sauce, like Buffalo or BBQ, if desired, or serve plain.

Notes

  • For the crispiest skin, ensure the wings are completely dry before seasoning.
  • Baking powder helps raise the skin’s pH, which promotes browning and crisping.
  • If you are making sauced wings, toss them in the sauce immediately after they come out of the air fryer so the sauce adheres well.
  • If you prefer a sauced wing, cook them plain first, then toss them in sauce and return them to the air fryer for 1-2 minutes to set the sauce.

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