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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wings
  • 2 pounds chicken wings patted dry
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray
Honey Garlic Glaze
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Method
 

  1. Season the Wings: Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss them with baking powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
  3. Air Fry: Arrange wings in a single layer in the basket — do not overcrowd. Cook for 12 minutes, flip, then cook for another 10 minutes until golden and crispy. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
  4. Make the Glaze: While the wings cook, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sriracha, minced garlic, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Heat over medium for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Toss and Serve: Transfer the crispy wings to a large bowl, pour the honey garlic glaze over them, and toss until every wing is coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

Air Fryer Tips:
  • Baking powder is the secret to crispy skin — it draws out moisture and creates tiny air bubbles that crisp up beautifully.
  • Do not overcrowd the basket. Cook in batches if needed for maximum crispiness.
  • Pat wings VERY dry before seasoning. Moisture is the enemy of crispy air fryer chicken.
  • For extra-crispy wings, let them rest on a wire rack for 2 minutes after cooking before glazing.