Chicken Wings in the Air Fryer:
Get ready for the ultimate delight: chicken wings in the air fryer, the crispiest and most delicious wings you’ve ever tasted! In less than 20 minutes, you’ll have a batch of finger-licking wings that will make you swear never to use any other cooking method again!
Preparation Time: 3 minutes
Cooking Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Ingredients:
- 907 grams of chicken wings (drumettes and flats) (thawed if frozen)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken wings. If they are whole wings, separate them into drumettes and flats. Ensure they are thawed. Pat them dry completely (this will help them become crispy).
- Place the wings in a bowl and drizzle them with olive oil. Toss to coat. Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the wings thoroughly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 204°C for 2 minutes. Add the wings in a single layer to the air fryer (they should NOT touch) and cook for 10 minutes at 204°C.
- After the timer finishes, carefully open and flip the chicken wings.
- Cook for an additional 8 minutes.
- Remove the chicken wings and serve.
Notes:
- Pat Dry: Before cooking, make sure to pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps remove excess moisture, which can interfere with crisping.
- Seasoning: Season the wings generously with your favorite spices or marinade. This can include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, or any other flavors you enjoy.
- Preheat: Preheat your air fryer before adding the wings. This ensures that the wings start cooking immediately when you put them in, leading to better crispiness.
- Don’t Overcrowd: Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure there’s some space between each piece. This allows air to circulate evenly around the wings for even cooking.
- Use a Rack: If your air fryer comes with a rack accessory, use it to elevate the wings. This allows air to circulate underneath the wings as well, promoting even crispiness.
- Cook in Batches: If you have a large batch of wings, it’s better to cook them in batches rather than overcrowding the air fryer. Overcrowding can lead to uneven cooking and soggy wings.