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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Lisa
Enjoy the perfect crunch of air fryer chicken wings without the guilt of deep frying! These wings are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a delicious and healthier alternative. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15-20 minutes Total Time: 25-30 minutes Servings: 4 (about 20-24 wings)
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 515 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken Wings: 2 lbs about 20-24 wings
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
  • Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika: 1 teaspoon
  • Optional Sauces: Hot sauce honey, or barbecue sauce for tossing after cooking

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve crispiness.
  • Season the Wings: In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until they are well coated.
  • Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Arrange the Wings: Place the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket for even cooking.
  • Cook the Wings: Cook the wings for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure they become crispy on all sides.
  • Check for doneness; they should be golden brown and crispy.
  • Optional Tossing: If desired, toss the cooked wings in your favorite sauce (like hot sauce or barbecue sauce) for added flavor.
  • Serve: Enjoy your crispy air fryer chicken wings with your favorite dipping sauces!

Notes

Prep the Wings:
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve crispiness.
Season the Wings:
In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until they are well coated.
Preheat the Air Fryer:
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Arrange the Wings:
Place the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket for even cooking.
Cook the Wings:
Cook the wings for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure they become crispy on all sides.
Check for doneness; they should be golden brown and crispy.
Optional Tossing:
If desired, toss the cooked wings in your favorite sauce (like hot sauce or barbecue sauce) for added flavor.
Serve:
Enjoy your crispy air fryer chicken wings with your favorite dipping sauces!
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