Chicken wings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for game days, parties, or simply satisfying a craving for crispy, flavorful food. While deep-fried wings are delicious, they can be a little messy and loaded with extra calories. Enter the air fryer! This magical appliance gives you that same crispy, golden-brown exterior with a fraction of the oil. Today, I’m sharing a simple recipe for Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Wings that are guaranteed to become a staple in your home. Ready in under 30 minutes!
* INGREDIENTS:
● 1 lb of chicken wings
● 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
● 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
● 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
● 1 teaspoon garlic powder
● 1 teaspoon salt
● 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
● 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
* INSTRUCTIONS:
1️⃣ Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2️⃣ Place your wings in a large dish. Drizzle the oil over them and toss to coat thoroughly.
3️⃣ In a bowl, combine the flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper to make the breading mixture.
4️⃣ One at a time, coat the wings in the breading mixture. Place them on a dry plate or a paper towel until you have coated all of them.
5️⃣ Arrange the wings inside of the air fryer, leaving a bit of room around each to ensure they cook evenly. Cook for 14-16 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6️⃣ Once they are crispy and have reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (check with a meat thermometer), they’re done.
7️⃣ Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 15 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 25 minutes
There you have it – perfectly cooked, crispy, crowd-pleasing Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Wings! These wings are healthier than the deep-fried alternative, and just as delicious. Serve these with a variety of dipping sauces, like buffalo sauce, ranch, blue cheese, or honey mustard, for a customizable and irresistible appetizer or snack.