This dish is juicy, packed with flavor, and almost impossible to ignore when a plate of them lands on the table. Better still, you do not need a deep fryer or a bubbling pot of oil to make them taste fantastic.
They get their taste from a flavourful mix of garlic powder, onion powder, curry powder, parsley, salt, and pepper. A little olive oil helps the seasonings cling to the chicken while encouraging the skin to turn beautifully golden as the wings cook. They are perfect for game nights, weekend gatherings, casual family dinners, and movie marathons.
What Are Crispy Golden Air Fryer Chicken Wings?
The beauty of this recipe lies in how a handful of everyday seasonings work together to create a delicious result. Chicken wings have a long history as a popular food, but their modern reputation as a party favourite owes much to Buffalo-style wings, which became famous in Buffalo, New York, during the 1960s. Those traditional wings are commonly deep-fried and coated in a buttery hot sauce. Air fryer versions offer another way to prepare this much-loved cut, with countless seasoning combinations available to suit different tastes.
Pro Tips for the Best Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Moisture is the enemy of crisp chicken skin. Before adding the seasonings, pat the wings dry with paper towels.
- Avoid piling the wings on top of one another. Hot air needs room to circulate around each piece, so arrange them in a single layer. If you have a large batch, cook it in separate rounds rather than cramming everything into the basket.
- You do not need to drown the chicken in oil to achieve a lovely golden finish. A light coating is enough to help the seasonings stick and encourage browning.
- If the chicken is cooked through but the skin is not quite as crisp as you like, give the wings a few additional minutes at 395°F/200°C.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Change the Seasonings in This Recipe?
The garlic powder, onion powder, curry powder, parsley, salt, and pepper provide a flavourful starting point, but you can adjust them to suit your preferences. Try smoked paprika, chilli powder, or a little lemon zest.
Why Are My Air Fryer Chicken Wings Not Crispy?
Excess moisture, overcrowding, or too much oil can prevent the skin from crisping properly. The wings may also need a little longer in the air fryer, depending on their size.
What Can I Serve with Air Fryer Chicken Wings?
These wings pair well with chips, potato wedges, coleslaw, roasted vegetables, corn on the cob, or a fresh green salad. For a snack platter, add carrot and cucumber sticks with a dipping sauce.
How to Store Leftover Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Allow the wings to stop steaming, then refrigerate them. When you are ready to enjoy them again, arrange the refrigerated wings in a single layer in the air fryer and reheat.
Ingredients
How to Make Crispy Golden Chicken Wings
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Mix chicken wings with garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, black pepper, curry powder, and olive oil.
Mix chicken wings with garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, black pepper, curry powder, and olive oil.
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Transfer the seasoned chicken wings to the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 200°C (392°F) and cook the wings for 20 minutes.
Transfer the seasoned chicken wings to the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 200°C (392°F) and cook the wings for 20 minutes.
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After the first 20 minutes, open the air fryer and turn the wings over using tongs.
After the first 20 minutes, open the air fryer and turn the wings over using tongs.
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Return the basket to the air fryer and cook for another 20 minutes at 200°C (392°F).
Return the basket to the air fryer and cook for another 20 minutes at 200°C (392°F).
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Remove them from the air fryer and enjoy!
Remove them from the air fryer and enjoy!
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