Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Updated on September 23, 2024 by Rodney • This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. • 1 Comment • Jump to Recipe
Looking for a convenient way to cook chicken wings? Try Air Fryer Chicken Wings for a flavorful and crispy result.
My wife was in the mood for some chicken wings (again) and instead of making them like I usually do I decided to give my Air Fryer a shot as it was over 100°F and I wasn’t in the mood for using the oven or going outside and firing up the grill.
Glad I did because these wings turned out great! The only issue, if I had to nitpick, is that my air fryer basket is on the small side so I had to cook the wings in batches.
I was a little concerned that the wings would not cook properly in my air fryer but I was pleasantly surprised. Maybe a tad overcooked for my taste buds but my wife loved them.
It’s quite possible I didn’t get the dial set correctly (the next air fryer will be a digital model) but the cook times listed on the printable recipe card are where you want to start. You can adjust the cook times accordingly depending on how you like your wings.
How to Handle Raw Chicken
- Leave the chicken in the fridge until ready to use.
- Be careful of dripping juices. Clean up immediately.
- Do not wash raw chicken (prevents cross-contamination).
- Wash all utensils and cutting boards.
- Wash your hands after handling raw chicken.
One of the things I really like about this wings recipe is that you can literally make any kind of wings you want! Simply make your favorite sauce or use the bottled stuff and one the wings are ready, simply toss them in your fav sauce.
I’m in the process of compiling a list of some of my favorite chicken wing sauces but until then, I suggest you check out some of my BBQ Sauce recipes.
Equipment Needed
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this recipe.
Gather your Ingredients
You will need the following ingredients to make this Chicken Wings recipe in an Air Fryer. For ingredient amounts please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Chicken Wings
- Salt and Pepper
How to Make Chicken Wings in the Air Fryer
- If needed, preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
- Pat the chicken wings with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Season the wings with a little salt & pepper.
- Spray the basket of the air fryer with a little cooking spray so the wings don’t stick to the bottom.
- Layer the wings flat in the basket & cook for 12 minutes. Flip & cook for 12 more minutes.
- Increase the temperature to 400°F & cook for 5 more minutes.
- Toss gently in your sauce of choice.
Printable Recipe Card
Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Equipment
- Bowl for Mixing (to toss the wings in sauce)
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Chicken Wings
- Salt and Pepper, as needed
Instructions
- If needed, preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
- Pat the chicken wings with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Season the wings with a little salt & pepper.
- Spray the basket of the air fryer with a little cooking spray so the wings don’t stick to the bottom.
- Layer the wings flat in the basket & cook for 12 minutes. Flip & cook for 12 more minutes.
- Increase the temperature to 400°F & cook 5 more minutes.
- Toss gently in your sauce of choice.
Nutrition
Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.