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Air Fryer Chicken Wings (Ultra Crispy in Under 20 Minutes)

Ultra crispy chicken wings cooked in the air fryer in under 20 minutes with minimal mess and maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds chicken wings split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce or preferred sauce optional, for tossing

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Tongs
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels.
  2. Toss wings with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Arrange wings in a single layer in the basket. Cook in batches if needed.
  5. Air fry for 18–20 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through.
  6. Check for internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Toss with sauce if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Cooking time may vary depending on wing size and air fryer model.