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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

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Quick, crispy, and juicy air fryer chicken wings done in just 20 minutes, perfect for snacks or game day without the mess of deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated at the joint and patted dry
  • 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon optional chili powder or cayenne
  • Olive oil spray or cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible (5 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, combine baking powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and optional chili powder. Stir well (2 minutes).
  3. Add wings to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat evenly with the seasoning and baking powder mix. Rub the mix in using hands or tongs (3 minutes).
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
  5. Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Lightly spray with olive oil or cooking spray (2 minutes).
  6. Air fry wings at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes. Flip wings, spray lightly again, and cook for another 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) (20 minutes total).
  7. Check for doneness; add 2-3 more minutes if needed for extra crispiness.
  8. Let wings rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and skin to stay crisp.

Notes

Pat wings dry thoroughly for best crispiness. Use aluminum-free baking powder, not baking soda. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Flip wings halfway through cooking and lightly spray with oil for extra crispiness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure wings reach 165°F internally. For extra crisp, refrigerate wings uncovered for 10 minutes after seasoning before cooking.

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