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A top-down photo of perfectly cooked crispy chicken wings arranged in a white ceramic bowl on a clean white marble countertop. The wings are golden brown, garnished with finely chopped fresh herbs and a wedge of lemon. The image highlights the texture, color, and finished look of the air-fried wings, ready to serve.

Air Fried Chicken Wings Recipe

Crispy, juicy, and full of flavor—these air fried chicken wings are a quick, mess-free alternative to deep frying. Perfect for game nights, parties, or guilt-free late-night cravings.
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Course: Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Calories: 168kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs or Spatula
  • Small bowl (for seasonings)
  • Paper towels (for patting wings dry)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken wings split into flats and drummettes
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic salt or add to taste*
  • 1 tsp lemon pepper

Instructions

  • Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to get them extra crispy.
    Top-down view of raw chicken wings in a clear glass mixing bowl being patted dry with white paper towels on a clean white marble countertop. This step removes excess moisture from the wings to ensure they turn out extra crispy when air-fried. Paper towels, seasonings, and a bottle of olive oil are placed nearby.
  • In a bowl, toss wings with olive oil, garlic salt, and lemon pepper.
    A clean top-down photo showing chicken wings in a transparent glass mixing bowl tossed with golden olive oil, garlic salt, and lemon pepper. The wings glisten slightly as they're coated with the seasonings. The setup includes a small white bowl of remaining spices and a bottle of olive oil on the white marble countertop.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 2-3 minutes.
    Top-down view of a black air fryer on a white marble countertop as it preheats to 380°F. The basket is open and empty. Nearby is a glass mixing bowl filled with seasoned chicken wings, a small white bowl of leftover seasoning, and an olive oil bottle. This setup indicates readiness for the next cooking step.
  • Place wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
    Top-down photo of seasoned chicken wings arranged in a single layer inside a black air fryer basket set on a white marble countertop. The wings are evenly spaced to ensure even cooking. The glass bowl with marinade residue, a pair of tongs, and seasoning bowl are visible around, emphasizing a clean and organized cooking scene.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, then flip wings with tongs.
    Top-down image of golden chicken wings halfway cooked in an air fryer basket, with a hand using silver tongs to flip them. The air fryer sits on a white marble countertop. The wings are turning crisp and golden. The glass bowl with seasoning residue and used tongs show active preparation during the cooking process.
  • Continue cooking for another 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Remove and let rest for 2 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon, if desired.
    A top-down photo of perfectly cooked crispy chicken wings arranged in a white ceramic bowl on a clean white marble countertop. The wings are golden brown, garnished with finely chopped fresh herbs and a wedge of lemon. The image highlights the texture, color, and finished look of the air-fried wings, ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 626mg | Potassium: 102mg | Sugar: 0.003g | Calcium: 10mg