1. Prep the Wings
- Pat wings very dry with paper towels — this helps them get crispy.
- In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
2. Preheat the Air Fryer
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
3. Cook the Wings
- Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket (cook in batches if needed).
- Cook for 10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 10–12 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- For extra crispiness, cook 2–3 more minutes.
4. Toss in Sauce (Optional)
- Once cooked, toss wings in your favorite sauce or serve them plain with dips like ranch or blue cheese.
Flavor Ideas:
- Buffalo: Hot sauce + melted butter
- Honey Garlic: Honey + soy sauce + garlic
- BBQ: Classic smoky BBQ sauce
- Lemon Pepper: Lemon zest + pepper + melted butter
- Sweet Chili: Store-bought sweet chili sauce or mix honey and sriracha
Tips for Success:
- Don’t overcrowd the basket — wings need space to crisp.
- Use baking powder, not baking soda — it changes the skin texture for ultimate crispiness.
- Patting wings dry is key!
Why You’ll Love These Wings:
✔ Super crispy without deep frying
✔ Quick and easy
✔ Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or game day favorite
✔ Endless flavor options
These air fryer chicken wings are a must-try — fast, crispy, and guaranteed to impress any crowd!