How to Make the Perfect Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Follow along with this recipe to craft a delicious batch of crispy, crunchy, air fryer chicken wings. A memorable appetizer, a great snack for game day celebrations and birthday parties, and a pandemic-friendly finger food you won’t be willing to share—air fryer chicken wings won’t disappoint. 

With a crispy, salty skin, a hint of garlic, and a lemon pepper zing in every bite, your air fryer will cook the chicken quickly—no marinating required.

Ingredients

Serving Size: Four People

-1 lb chicken wings split into flats and drumettes

-1 Tbsp of your preferred oil

-2 Tsp garlic salt

-1 Tsp lemon pepper

 Cooking Instructions

  1. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels and place in a mixing bowl.

  2. Coat in 1 tablespoon of oil. Sprinkle on 2 teaspoons of garlic salt and 1 teaspoon of lemon pepper.

  3. Place in the perforated air fryer basket. Space the wings apart evenly.

  4. Air fry at 400˚F, cooking 8 minutes per side for a total of 16 minutes, or until chicken wings are crisp and golden brown on the outside.

 

Recipe Notes

Bake time may vary based on the surface area of your air fryer basket.

 Enjoy your air fryer chicken wings, savoring their perfectly cooked, tender center and their crispy skin—a technique best achieved with the technology of an air fryer. 

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