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Air fryer chicken wings served with dipping sauces

Air Fryer Chicken Wings: The Ultimate Guide to Crispy, Flavorful Perfection

  • Description:
    These crispy and juicy air fryer chicken wings are a healthier and quicker alternative to traditional deep-fried wings. They’re seasoned to perfection, cooked in the air fryer to a golden crisp, and served with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, blue cheese, and BBQ. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or a main dish for game night or family dinner.

  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2-3 people (about 12 wings)

Ingredients

    • 12 chicken wings (whole wings, wingettes, or drumettes)

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or your preferred oil spray)

    • 1 teaspoon salt

    • 1 teaspoon black pepper

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1 teaspoon onion powder

    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

    • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

    • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional for extra flavor)

For Dipping Sauces:

    • 1/2 cup ranch dressing

    • 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing

    • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Wings:
    Start by patting the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve a crispier skin. If using whole wings, separate them into drumettes and wingettes.

  2. Season the Wings:
    In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and thyme. Ensure that all wings are evenly coated with the seasoning.

  3. Preheat the Air Fryer:
    Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes, depending on your air fryer model.

  4. Cook the Wings:
    Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding for even cooking. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, shaking or flipping the wings halfway through the cooking time for an even crispiness.

  5. Check for Doneness:
    The wings should be golden brown and crispy when done. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature—it should read 165°F (74°C).

  6. Serve and Enjoy:
    Remove the wings from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch, blue cheese, and BBQ sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wings, lightly spray the wings with cooking oil before placing them in the air fryer basket.

  • If you’re cooking a large batch, you may need to cook the wings in batches to ensure they cook evenly.

  • You can adjust the seasoning according to your preferences, adding more or less heat with cayenne pepper or adjusting the garlic powder and paprika.

  • Author: Aleida
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers, Snacks, Main Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6 wings per person
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 460mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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