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Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Annette Law
Air Fryer Chicken Wings are a healthier way to prepare wings without deep frying or long cook time. Crisp on the outside and so tender.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings 10 wings
Calories 68 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • Cooking spray for air fryer basket
  • 1 lb chicken wings split into flats and drummettes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ranch dressing for serving
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 380°F. When heated, spray the basket with cooking spray.
  • Pat the chicken wings dry. Then transfer them to a large bowl. Toss the wings with olive oil, paprika and garlic powder; then season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the chicken wings in the air fryer so they are not touching. Cook for 10 minutes, then increase the temperature to 400°F, and cook until crisp and golden, about 6-8 more minutes.
  • Garnish the chicken wings with parsley, and serve with ranch dressing on the side, if desired

Notes

Tossing sauce variations:

 
Blue Cheese
Combine 4 oz of Blue Cheese with 1 tablespoon of butter and melt in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds.  Pour over the hot wings and then toss until wings are thoroughly covered.
Parmesan Cheese
Finely grate parmesan cheese and sprinkle over hot wings, then toss until thoroughly covered.
Old Bay
Substitute Old Bay seasoning for paprika, garlic, onion powder, and pepper. Aadd a little  salt to taste.
Storage
Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 4 days in the fridge. Reheat in an air fryer at 360°F for 4 minutes or in the microwave until heated through.
Freezing Instructions: Freeze the cooked wings for up to a month and thaw them in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Nutrition

Serving: 4piecesCalories: 68kcalCarbohydrates: 0.3gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 18mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 85IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.3mg

Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content may vary depending on the brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and other factors.

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