The BEST recipe for extra crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings! The wings are seasoned with a dry rub and air fried to crispy perfection! You can have the amazing chicken wings ready in under 30 minutes!

If you love wings but don’t have an air fryer, try our classic baked chicken wings but if you do have an air fryer, this recipe is a MUST TRY.

Crispy chicken wings on a black plate next to sliced celery.

AIR FRYER CHICKEN WINGS-

These chicken wings are so EASY to make and no deep-frying required! The chicken wings are tossed in a dry rub using classic seasoning you have on hand then cooked in the air fryer. You can substitute for your favorite seasoning for the wings with great results.

These chicken wings are GREAT to serve with celery, carrots and even homemade Ranch for dinner or as an appetizer!

Crispy chicken wings topped with fresh chopped greens on a plate.

HOW TO MAKE COOK CHICKEN WINGS IN AIR FRYER-

  • Pat the chicken wings dry and add them to a bowl. You want to be sure the chicken is completely dry for the ultimate crispiness.
  • In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic. Season the wings and toss until all sides are coated.
  • Spray the basket of the air fryer with baking spray, we love the Olive Oil spray. Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer. Cook at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Serve with desired sauce and sides.
  • Enjoy!
Seasoned uncooked chicken wings in the air fryer basket.

How long do we Cook Wings in Air Fryer?

The bake time will vary depending on the model of your air fryer and the size of your wings. For smaller wings cook 14-16 minutes and check on the doneness and crispiness. For larger wings allow wings to cook 18-22 minutes.

Sauces and seasonings for wings?

We love adding flavored sauces and different seasoning to the wings to our wings.

Favorite seasoning combinations:

Sauces:

Here are some classic sauces:

Once the chicken wings are cooked, toss them in the desired sauce and then add them back to the air fryer for another 2 minutes, so the sauce penetrates and sticks to the wings.

Crispy baked chicken wings in the air fryer rack.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

  • How do I get extra crispy wings? You’ll want to make sure you pat the chicken completely dry before adding the seasonings and be sure not to overcrowd the fryer so they become crispy on all sides.
  • Do I need to add oil? Absolutely no oil is needed. Just season and cook.
  • Can I double the recipe? We recommend you keep the wings in a single layer for the ultimate crispiness unless your air fryer has two layers.
  • Do I have to preheat the air fryer? Absolutely not. That is the best part about air fryers.
  • How do I store leftover wings? Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
  • Do I have to cover the bottom of the fryer? You don’t at all but we purchased the liners for the air fryer for easier cleanup.
  • Can I use frozen wings? We don’t recommend cooking with frozen wings in the air fryer as they cook really quickly. Thawed wings work best in the air fryer.
Air fryer chicken wings on a black plate with celery.

What is the best Air Fryer to Buy?

We own this Model in a white matte. When I was doing my research and looking at reviews, these Cuisinart and Philips models also had great reviews.

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Author: Valentina
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The ULTIMATE crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings! The wings areseasoned with a dry rub and air fried to perfection! You can have these chicken wings ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Completely pat the chicken wings until dry.
  • In a bowl combine all the ingredients for the seasoning.
  • Toss the chicken wings with the seasoning.
  • Add the chicken wings into the air fryer basket.
  • Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping half way through.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

553kcal Calories2g Carbs45g Protein39g Fat11g Saturated Fat1g Trans Fat189mg Cholesterol1343mg Sodium434mg Potassium1g Fiber1g Sugar929IU Vitamin A2mg Vitamin C36mg Calcium3mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 553 Calories from Fat 351
% Daily Value*
Fat 39g60%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 189mg63%
Sodium 1343mg58%
Potassium 434mg12%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 45g90%
Vitamin A 929IU19%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 36mg4%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
(The nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)