Ultra-Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe in 30 Minutes

By: Rabia

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside — these air fryer chicken wings taste just like restaurant-style fried wings, but without the grease! Perfect for game day, parties, or an easy weeknight dinner.

🕒 Servings & Timing

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes

  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

  • Total Time: 30 minutes

  • Servings: 4

🥗 Dietary Info:

✅ Low-Carb • ✅ Keto-Friendly • ❌ Gluten-Free (if no sauce)

🛒 Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings (split into flats and drumettes)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp baking powder (key for crispiness!)

Optional Sauces:

  • Buffalo sauce

  • Honey garlic glaze

  • BBQ or teriyaki glaze

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes. Preheating ensures maximum crispiness.

2. Prepare the Wings

Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels — this step is crucial!
In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder until evenly coated.

3. Air Fry

Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket (do not overcrowd).
Cook for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through at the 12–13 minute mark, until wings are golden brown and crispy.

4. Add Sauce (Optional)

For sauced wings, toss them immediately in your favorite glaze while still hot.
For dry-style wings, sprinkle with extra seasoning or Parmesan for extra flavor.

🔥 6 Secrets to Perfectly Crispy Wings

  1. Dry the wings completely before seasoning — moisture kills crispiness.

  2. Use baking powder (not soda) for a golden, crunchy texture.

  3. Preheat the air fryer to help sear the skin instantly.

  4. Flip halfway to cook evenly on all sides.

  5. Avoid overcrowding — air needs to circulate freely.

  6. Toss in sauce after cooking so the wings stay crisp, not soggy.

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🍴 Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with ranch, blue cheese, or garlic aioli.

  • Pair with celery sticks and carrot slices.

  • Perfect with a cold beer or sparkling lemonade!

❄️ Storage & Reheating

  • Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Reheat: Air fry at 375°F for 5 minutes to restore crispiness.

  • Freezer: Freeze cooked wings for up to 2 months; reheat directly from frozen at 400°F for 10–12 minutes.

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