Chicken Wings (Air Fryer Recipe)

Get ready to fall in love with these air fryer chicken wings—they’re crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor from a stand-alone dry rub and an optional Buffalo sauce. The rub is based on my baked Buffalo Wings with HUNDREDS of rave reviews, and it makes this recipe. These wings are a breeze to make, thanks to this tested, perfected, and foolproof recipe, complete with step-by-step photos, clever tips, and fun variations!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings, (separated into drumettes and flats)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tsp EACH garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F in air fryer mode.
2. 2Dry wings: Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels (this is crucial for achieving crispiness) and transfer them to a large bowl.
3. 3Coat the wings: Toss the wings in the oil. Whisk the spices together in a small bowl, then add them to the wings and stir until evenly coated.
4. 4Air fry: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Working in batches, arrange the wings in a single layer in the basket. Cook for 7 minutes, then flip them over and cook for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
5. 5Serve: Enjoy them plain (they’re delicious on their own!), with a dipping sauce like ranch, or toss them in your favorite sauce, such as buffalo (See Notes for recipe) or BBQ with a touch of sriracha, etc.