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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings 5 Ways

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A collection of five flavorful and easy air fryer chicken wing recipes that deliver crispy skin and juicy meat without deep-frying. Perfect for quick meals, game-day snacks, or crowd-pleasing dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split at the joints, tips removed
  • 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Buffalo Sauce: 1/4 cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended), 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Honey Garlic Sauce: 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free tamari if needed), 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • Smoky Barbecue Sauce: 1/3 cup barbecue sauce, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Lemon Pepper Seasoning: zest of 1 lemon, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Asian Spicy Glaze: 2 tablespoons sriracha, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Pat 2 pounds of chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, toss wings with 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry wings at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through at 10 minutes for even browning.
  6. If extra crispiness is desired, cook an additional 3-5 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  7. While wings cook, prepare your chosen sauce or seasoning blend.
  8. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl, pour sauce over, and toss gently to coat evenly. For dry seasonings like lemon pepper, sprinkle and toss lightly.
  9. Serve wings immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Pat wings dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Use aluminum-free baking powder to avoid metallic taste. Cook wings in batches if your air fryer basket is small to avoid overcrowding. Toss wings gently in sauce to maintain crispiness. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness. For gluten-free, substitute baking powder with almond flour and soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.

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