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Extra Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Baking Powder

A close-up of a pile of golden brown, crispy air fryer chicken wings served on a white plate.
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You need perfectly crunchy wings without the deep-fry mess. We fixed the common air fryer wing problems to bring you the best crispy air fryer chicken wings recipe, using a simple baking powder trick for maximum crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes separated)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free works best)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispiness.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika to create your dry rub.
  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 400°F (200°C).
  5. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary to allow air to circulate fully.
  6. Air fry for 20 minutes.
  7. Flip the wings and continue to air fry for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the skin is deeply golden brown and very crispy. Total cook time is usually 25 to 30 minutes depending on your air fryer model.
  8. Remove the perfectly crispy air fryer chicken wings immediately and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can toss the finished wings in a light coating of your favorite wing sauce, but do this right before serving to keep the skin crunchy.
  • If you are using frozen wings, make sure they are fully thawed and patted very dry before seasoning.
  • Do not skip the baking powder; it raises the pH of the skin, helping it brown and crisp up beautifully.

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