Description
Craving those ultra-crispy, flavor-packed wings without deep-frying drama? These air fryer wings deliver the crunch and juiciness of your dreams in under 30 minutes—no splatter, no soggy regrets. Perfect for game day, date night, or when Tuesday needs a glow-up. Let’s get crispy!
Ingredients
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2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes & flats)
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp dried herbs (like oregano or thyme)
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2 tbsp avocado oil (or canola/grapeseed)
Instructions
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Pat Wings DRY – Super dry = max crisp. No moisture = no steam!
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Toss & Season – Mix wings with oil and all spices until fully coated.
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Preheat Air Fryer – 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 mins.
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Cook – Arrange wings in a single layer. Air fry for 12 mins, shake or flip, then 12–14 mins more until golden and crispy.
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Rest & Serve – Let wings rest 2 mins before diving in!
Notes
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Buffalo-Style: Toss in hot sauce + melted butter post-cook
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Lemon Pepper: Add zest + cracked pepper + butter
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Asian Zing: Toss in soy sauce + sesame oil + rice vinegar
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BBQ Rub: Sub herbs with brown sugar, cumin & chili powder
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal per serving
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 28g