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Extra Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Baking Powder

A close-up stack of golden brown, seasoned, crispy air fryer chicken wings piled high on a white plate.
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Make perfectly crunchy chicken wings in your air fryer without deep frying. This simple recipe uses baking powder to achieve maximum crispiness for game day or weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats separated)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispiness.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix the dry rub thoroughly.
  3. Add the dried chicken wings to the bowl. Toss well until every piece is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius).
  5. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry for 20 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through the cooking time.
  7. Increase the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until the skin is deeply golden brown and very crispy.
  8. Remove the wings from the air fryer and serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Using aluminum-free baking powder gives the best results for skin crisping.
  • Ensure the wings are completely dry before seasoning; moisture prevents crisping.
  • For extra flavor, you can toss the cooked wings in a light coating of your favorite hot sauce or BBQ sauce after air frying.

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