Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings for Beginners

These Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings are a perfect way to get started with your air fryer! They’re juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, with minimal mess and fuss.

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Additional Time: 5 minutes for heating air fryer (if needed) Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 2-3

Ingredients:

• 1 pound chicken wings, separated at the joint (or buy them already separated)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Your favorite wing sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prep the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps the skin crisp up. In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure the wings are evenly coated.
2. Air Fry the Wings: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes, if necessary. Carefully arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not touching. If your air fryer is small, you may need to cook the wings in batches.
3. Cook the Wings: Air fry the wings for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. This ensures even cooking.
4. Crisp Up the Skin (Optional): For extra crispy skin, increase the heat to 430°F (220°C) and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
5. Toss and Serve: If you’re using wing sauce, toss the cooked wings in your favorite sauce in a bowl. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese.

Tips for Beginners:

• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. This will prevent the wings from crisping up properly.
• If your wings are large, you may need to increase the cooking time by a few minutes.
• Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the wings. They are safe to eat when they reach 165°F (74°C).
• You can experiment with different seasonings for your wings. Try paprika, garlic powder, or cayenne pepper for a kick.

Recipe Ideas:

• Buffalo Wings: Toss the cooked wings in your favorite buffalo sauce.
• Garlic Parmesan Wings: Toss the cooked wings in melted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
• Teriyaki Wings: Make a simple teriyaki sauce with soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger, and toss the cooked wings in the sauce.

Enjoy your delicious homemade air fryer chicken wings!