These crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings take just 25 minutes to make and come out juicy on the inside with golden-brown skin—no deep frying needed!
Whether it’s game night, a quick dinner, or just a snacky craving, this recipe is a family-friendly go-to that even beginner cooks can master.
Ingredients
- Chicken wings – I use 2 lbs of split wings (drums and flats). Pat them dry so they get crispy in the air fryer.
- Garlic powder – Adds savory depth without chopping garlic. Feel free to skip it.
- Smoked paprika – Brings a rich, smoky flavor and beautiful color.
- Italian herbs – A blend of thyme, oregano, and basil works great here.
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How To Make Chicken Drumsticks in Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer: Set it to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat up for about 5 minutes.
- Season the wings: Add wings to a large bowl. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and herbs.
- Add the oil: Drizzle avocado oil over the wings and toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Air fry: Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15–17 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for crispiness: They should be golden brown with crispy skin.
- Let them rest: Rest a couple of minutes before serving.
- Optional: Toss in your favorite sauce like buffalo, BBQ, or teriyaki.
Tips
- Pat wings dry first – This is especially important if you're using frozen wings that have been thawed. Moisture prevents crispiness.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket – Give the wings space so hot air can circulate. This is key to crispy skin in less time.
- Flip halfway – Flipping ensures they cook evenly and get golden brown on both sides.
- No flour needed – These wings crisp up beautifully without flour or breading. Great for gluten-free eaters too.
- Try different spice blends – Cajun, lemon pepper, ranch seasoning, or even curry powder make fun variations.
- Want saucy wings? – Toss them in buffalo, BBQ, or teriyaki sauce after air frying so the skin stays crispy.
- Add heat – A pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes will turn up the spice.
- Make them garlicky – Melt some butter with fresh garlic and toss the wings in it after cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer – Wings are fully cooked when they hit 165°F inside. Saves you guesswork and time.
- Prep ahead – Season your wings a few hours or even a day ahead and store in the fridge. More flavor and less last-minute fuss.
Storing Leftovers
- To Store. Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To Freeze. Place cooled wings in a zip bag and freeze up to 2 months. - To Reheat. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5–6 minutes until warmed through and crispy again.
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Air Fryer Chicken Wings
These crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings are golden on the outside, juicy inside, and done in just 25 minutes.
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INGREDIENTS
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoon olive oil, or any high-smoke-point oil
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the air fryer: Set it to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat up for about 5 minutes.
- Season the wings: Add wings to a large bowl. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and herbs.2 pounds chicken wings, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Add the oil: Drizzle oil over the wings and toss everything together until evenly coated.2 tablespoon olive oil
- Air fry: Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15–17 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for crispiness: They should be golden brown with crispy skin.
- Let them rest: Rest a couple of minutes before serving.
- Optional: Toss in your favorite sauce like buffalo, BBQ, or teriyaki.
- Enjoy! If you loved this recipe, please leave a 5-star rating and review below!
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NUTRITION
Calories: 334kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 676mgPotassium: 214mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 432IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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