How to Air Fry Chicken Wings
Crispy, seasoned air-fried chicken wings that are simple to make and great for dipping or tossing in your favorite sauce.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Large Bowl
- Small Bowl
- Tongs
- Paper Towels
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings separated into drumettes and flats
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (air fryer mode).
- Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Add the spice mixture to the wings and toss until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange wings in a single layer without overcrowding, working in batches if needed.
- Cook the wings for 7 minutes, flip each wing, then continue cooking for an additional 6–8 minutes until golden and crispy and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F.
- Transfer wings to a platter and serve plain, with a dipping sauce, or toss in your preferred sauce such as buffalo or BBQ with sriracha to taste.
Notes
- Combine the listed hot sauce and butter for a simple buffalo sauce.
- Mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) with mustard and honey for a tangy honey-mustard dip.
- Adjust hot sauce and sriracha amounts to taste.
- Molasses or honey can be added to sauces for extra sweetness.