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air fryer hot wings extra crispy

3 Secrets for Perfect Air Fryer Hot Wings Extra Crispy


  • Author: Ella Parker
  • Total Time: 34 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Crispy air fryer hot wings that are juicy inside and perfectly crunchy outside. Quick to make with minimal oil.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  1. Pat wings dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a bowl.
  3. Toss wings in the mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  5. Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook for 12 minutes, flip, then cook 12 more minutes.
  7. Whisk hot sauce and melted butter in a bowl.
  8. Toss cooked wings in the sauce and serve.

Notes

  • Baking powder ensures crispiness—do not substitute with baking soda.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
  • For extra crispiness, cook in batches if needed.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 24 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 lb
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

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