These chicken wings in the air fryer have everything-crispy skin, juicy meat, zesty flavor- all to soothe my cravings in times of ravenous hunger. Super easy to whip up, requiring very little oil, and cooked to absolute perfection every time. It is one of the most versatile dishes in the cookbook; one could season them any way one pleased, from simple salt and pepper to fiery hot buffalo sauce to the mild sweetness of honey garlic.

What are Air Fryer Chicken Wings All About?

Air-fried chicken wings are chicken wings that are subjected to air frying. Air fryers are deep-fried refined, perhaps sounds more glamorous, appliances that do good chicken wings. Using hot air circulation, the wings are evenly cooked and juiced inside while the skin is crisply rendered outside. Air frying chicken wings is healthier and faster, just as mouthwatering as the conventional frying method.

Ingredients

For the Wings

2 lbs chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika

For Optional Sauce

1/2 cup buffalo sauce or BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Dry the wings with paper towels, up to that for a crisp texture.
To taste: In a bowl, toss wings with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until coated.
Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if required).
Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
Optional sauce: Toss cooked wings into buffalo or BBQ sauce plus melted butter before serving.

Storage Tips

Store unused portions in sealed containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Restore in an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 4 to 5 minutes to crisp.
Freeze uncooked seasoned wings for up to 2 months; cook straight from frozen, adding 5 to 7 minutes to the cooking time.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dip.
Pair with fries or onion rings for game day.
Try different sauces—teriyaki, honey sriracha, or garlic parmesan.

Pro Tips

Avoid overcrowding the basket, as air needs to circulate for crispiness.
Patting the wings dry before seasoning should be the key to crunchy skin.
For extra crispy wings, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end.

FAQs

Q: Can frozen wings be cooked in the air fryer?

A: Yes, just add extra cooking time of 5-7 minutes and check on doneness.

Q: Can I make them even spicier?

A: Add cayenne pepper or toss extra hot buffalo sauce to make them hotter.

Q: Can I make these without applying oil?

A: Yes, but oil helps stick the seasoning and makes it crispier.

Q: Are these wings gluten-free?

A: Yes, as long as all your seasonings and sauces used are gluten-free.

Try It!

These air fryer chicken wings are absolutely the best combo of crunch and juiciness with an infinite number of flavors to match. Easy to make, these air-fried wonders are healthier than deep frying and killer when it comes to being the ideal “party” or “casual dinner” item. You’ll never fry with oil again after trying these!