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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings on a white plate garnished with parsley and served with ranch dressing

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

These Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings are a time-saving game-changer, delivering juicy and golden wings in just 23 minutes. Perfect for game days or easy weekends, you'll love their minimal effort and maximum flavor!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Cooking spray for air fryer basket
  • 1 pound chicken wings split into flats and drummettes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for serving
  • Ranch dressing for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F. Once heated, spray the basket lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. Dry wings are the secret to that extra-crispy skin!
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, paprika, and garlic powder. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure they’re not touching for the crispiest results.
  5. Cook at 380°F for 10 minutes. Then, increase the temperature to 400°F and cook for another 6–8 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through. They should be golden brown and crispy.
  6. Transfer the wings to a serving plate, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with ranch dressing on the side, if desired.

Notes

Pro Tip: Grab your wings fresh from the butcher or frozen from the freezer aisle—they work perfectly either way, as long as they’re fully thawed before cooking.