Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs (900 g) chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes; 1 tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free); 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp black pepper; Optional: your favorite wing sauce, for tossing

Extra-crispy air fryer chicken wings with no deep frying — golden outside, juicy inside, ready in 25 minutes.

By Adarsh · June 9, 2026

Crispy golden air fryer chicken wings on a white plate with dipping sauce

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 35 min
Serves: 4 servings

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These air fryer chicken wings come out shatteringly crispy without a drop of oil for frying. The secret is patting them completely dry and a light dusting of baking powder, which crisps the skin beautifully. Perfect for game day, parties, or an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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2 lbs (900 g) chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
1 tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional: your favorite wing sauce, for tossing

Instructions

1
Pat the wings very dry with paper towels — this is the key to crispy skin.
2
In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper until evenly coated.
3
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Arrange wings in a single layer, skin side down, without crowding (work in batches if needed).
4
Air fry for 12 minutes, then flip the wings and cook for another 10–13 minutes at 400°F (204°C) until deep golden and crispy.
5
Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Toss with sauce if using, and serve immediately.

Notes & Tips

For the crispiest results, don't skip drying the wings and avoid overcrowding the basket. Aluminum-free baking powder (not baking soda) is essential — baking soda will taste bitter.