Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings
These wings are everything: shatter-crisp on the outside, juicy on the inside, and finished with a sticky, savory honey-garlic glaze. The air fryer does all the heavy lifting — no deep frying, no greasy mess, just unbelievably crispy wings every single time.
Prep Time
8 min
Cook Time
22 min
Servings
4
Calories
380
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Pat the wings completely dry with paper towels. This is the secret to crispy skin.
Tip:Bone-dry wings = restaurant-quality crunch. - 2
In a bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt until evenly coated.
- 3
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- 4
Arrange wings in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 12 minutes, flip, then cook another 10 minutes until deeply golden.
Tip:Don't crowd the basket — work in batches if needed. - 5
While the wings cook, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat until glossy, about 2 minutes.
- 6
Toss the hot wings in the glaze, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.
Pro Tips from the Kitchen
- Use a wire rack in your air fryer for extra airflow and 360° crispness.
- Want extra heat? Add a teaspoon of sriracha to the glaze.
- Leftover wings reheat beautifully — 4 minutes at 380°F brings them right back.
Cosori Pro II 5.8 Qt Air Fryer
Roomy enough for 2 lbs of wings in one batch with crispy, even results.
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