This is my version of air fryer chicken wings. They come out golden, crispy, and super juicy on the inside. Perfectly seasoned, they make a great weeknight dinner or appetizer for game day!
About This Recipe
Some days, I feel too lazy to cook, but I’m also too tired to leave the house. On those days, I turn to extremely simple recipes – ones that require minimal ingredients, use minimal dishes, and can be done quickly. Since I got my air fryer, these air-fried chicken wings have been my go-to!
They are CRISPY, JUICY, and SO FLAVORFUL. All you need is one bowl and about 25 minutes. Truly one of the best meals to make on a busy weeknight. Here’s how I do it:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. This takes around 2-3 minutes.
- Place them in a bowl, add olive oil and spices, and toss to coat evenly (1 minute).
- Coat with cornstarch and flour, and toss again (1 minute).
- Arrange the wings in the air-fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes per side.
They come out beautifully crispy and golden brown. When my wife came home from work, she actually thought I had deep-fried these!
I love to serve them with some simple chopped vegetables, like carrots or celery – the extra freshness balances with the wings very well. If I’m feeling extra hungry, I’ll make some rice too. But since it’s currently Spring, I served these with a side of asparagus.
Key Ingredients
Chicken wings: I prefer using “split” chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats) because they’re easier to arrange in the basket. For this recipe, I used about 1 pound, which is the most that my air fryer can fit in a single layer.
Olive oil: Helps the spices stick to the chicken.
Seasonings: Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika.
Flour & cornstarch: These form the crispy coating on the outside. I like using a combination of both flour and cornstarch. Flour helps them develop a better color, and cornstarch makes them extra crispy.
Instructions
STEP 1: Add the wings to a large bowl. Add the olive oil and spices and toss to coat evenly.
STEP 2: Mix the flour and cornstarch in a small bowl, then toss with the wings.
STEP 3: Arrange the wings in the air-fryer basket, ideally not touching each other.
STEP 4: Air-fry at 400°F for 8 minutes on each side. If they’re not dark enough, just air-fry for a few more minutes.
Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken wings
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
¾ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
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Add the chicken, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to a large bowl. Use your hands to massage the spices all over the chicken.
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In a small bowl, combine the flour and cornstarch. Add this to the bowl of chicken and toss until each piece is evenly coated.
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Arrange the chicken in the air fryer basket spaced evenly. Spray with oil and air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes. Flip and air-fry for another 8 minutes until crisp and golden brown.
