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Crispy Air Fryer Whole Chicken Wings

If you love chicken wings you have to try my recipe for whole chicken wings baked in the air fryer. This is a much better option than frying them because it is hands off, but they'll still turn out crispier than if you oven baked them (plus is quicker!)
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Global
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 467kcal
Author Eliza

Ingredients

  • 2 lb whole chicken wings
  • 3 tablespoons light olive oil
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder mix into the seasoning rub, optional

Chicken seasoning rub (approx 3 tablespoons)

  • 1 tablespoon paprika smoked, hot, or sweet
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 320°F / 160°C.
  • Drizzle the chicken wings with oil, sprinkle with the seasoning, and rub in.
  • Place the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket skin-side down. Try to ensure they are not touching.
  • Air fry the wings at 320°F / 160°C for 20-25 minutes [Note 1], flipping them over halfway through the cooking time. 
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure that the wings have reached165°F / 74°C or higher all the way through. Air fry for an additional few minutes if required.

Notes

  1. Cook times are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact size of the chicken wings used and the make and model of your air fryer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 25g | Cholesterol: 213mg | Sodium: 854mg