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Air Fryer Chicken Wings
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Method
6 steps
- 1
Pat the wings very dry with paper towels — wet skin won't crisp. If they're whole, cut at the joints into flats and drumettes and toss the tips.
- 2
Mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Add the wings and toss until they're lightly coated; shake off any thick clumps.
- 3
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3–5 minutes. Toss or brush the wings with melted butter or oil so the coating grabs.
- 4
Set the wings in a single layer in the basket — no stacking. Air fry 10–12 minutes.
- 5
Flip or shake the basket, then cook another 10–12 minutes until the skin is deep golden and crisp and the thickest piece reads 165°F.
- 6
Rest 2–3 minutes so the juices settle. Toss with Buffalo sauce if you want them sticky, or pass ranch or blue cheese on the side.