Air Fryer Wings

Air fryer wings are crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor, offering a healthier alternative to deep-fried wings. Perfect for game day or a quick dinner, these wings are easy to make and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• 1/4 cup wing sauce (e.g., buffalo, BBQ, or teriyaki, optional)

How To Make Air Fryer Wings

1. Prep the Wings: Pat the wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness. Toss in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
2. Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
3. Cook: Place wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
4. Sauce (Optional): Toss cooked wings in your favorite wing sauce or serve sauce on the side.
5. Serve: Serve hot with dipping sauces or garnishes.

You Must Know

• Drying is Key: Pat wings dry to remove moisture for maximum crispiness.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 4-5 minutes.
• Allergy Info: Naturally gluten-free (check sauce ingredients); ensure spices and sauces are free from allergens if needed.

Topping Variations

• Classic Buffalo: Toss with buffalo sauce and serve with blue cheese or ranch dip.
• Garlic Parmesan: Coat with melted butter, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan after cooking.
• Honey Sriracha: Mix honey and sriracha for a sweet-spicy glaze.
• Lemon Pepper: Sprinkle with lemon zest and cracked black pepper post-cooking.

Make It A Meal

• Game Day Platter: Serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and ranch or blue cheese dip.
• Dinner Combo: Pair with sweet potato fries and a side salad.
• Wrap It Up: Shred the meat and add to a tortilla with lettuce, avocado, and sauce for a wing-inspired wrap.

Pro Tips

• Don’t Overcrowd: Cook in batches to ensure even air circulation and crispiness.
• Season Generously: Don’t skimp on spices for bold flavor.
• Sauce Timing: Add sauce after cooking to keep the wings crispy.
• Frozen Wings: If using frozen, thaw completely and pat dry before cooking.

Recipe FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen wings?
A: Yes, thaw completely in the fridge overnight and pat dry to ensure crispiness.

Q: Why aren’t my wings crispy?
A: Ensure wings are dry, not overcrowded, and cooked at the right temperature. Increase cook time by 2-3 minutes if needed.

Q: Can I make these without oil?
A: Yes, but oil enhances crispiness. Use parchment paper to prevent sticking if skipping oil.

Q: Can I cook wings in the oven?
A: Yes, bake at 425°F (220°C) on a wire rack over a baking sheet for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway.

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Air Fryer Wings

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Extra crispy chicken wings made in the air fryer, tossed in a spicy-sweet Korean sauce, served with cooling sesame mayo dip.

• Author: Isabel
• Prep Time: 380 min
• Cook Time: 60 min
• Total Time: 7 hours 20 minutes
• Yield: 6 1x
• Cuisine: Korean Fusion

Ingredients

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• 3 pounds chicken wings.
• 3 teaspoons baking powder.
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt.
• 2 tablespoons gochujang.
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce.
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar.
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil.
• 1 teaspoon sugar.
• 3 tablespoons melted butter.
• 1 cup mayonnaise.
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil.
• 3/4 teaspoon sugar for sauce.
• 1/8 teaspoon Sriracha.
• Scallions and sesame seeds for garnish.
• Cucumber and radish for serving.

Instructions

1. Coat wings with baking powder and salt, refrigerate uncovered 6-24 hours.

2. Air fry at 380°F for 25 minutes in batches, shaking every 5 minutes.

3. Mix gochujang sauce ingredients and sesame mayo separately.

4. Increase to 400°F for 5 minutes to crisp.

5. Toss with warm butter-gochujang sauce.

6. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds, serve with dips and vegetables.

Notes

1. Baking powder trick optional but recommended.
2. Don’t overcrowd air fryer.
3. Can use any wing sauce.