Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings
Air fryer chicken wings are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional Deep fried wings. In this recipe I will share some tips and tricks to make this SERIOUSLY crispy yet juicy chicken wings for everyone in the family.
Air fryer Crispy Chicken Wings
One of the most loved chicken item is Chicken wings. This small part of the bird is to tasty. Crispy chicken wings are a popular appetizer or main dish where the chicken wings are cooked until the skin is golden brown and crunchy while the inside remains juicy and tender. Achieving the perfect crispy texture can be done using various cooking methods, such as baking, frying, or air frying. The most common method is deep frying which makes them very tasty but not a healthy way. These air fryer crispy chicken wings are not only juicy, crispy and tasty but a much healthier option for enjoying chicken wings.
Why Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- No deep frying makes them so much healthier.
- Chicken wings in the air fryer becomes juicy and crispy.
- The skin becomes extra crispy and so tasty.
- Minimal work and less cleaning.
My husband loves Chicken wings and wants to have them as both main and sides often. But chicken wings from Chicken chips shop are tasty because they are deep fried. I tried that method at home and was amazed at how much oil you have to use for making them taste as good as the chicken shop ones and also for getting that crispy coating. I tried making them in the oven but no.
Air fryer on the other hand is a complete game changer for making tasty crispy chicken wings. They come out so crispy from the outside keeping the inside juicy and tender. I am never going back to deep frying and will not stop eating crispy chicken wings either.
My other Delicious Air Fryer recipes you might like:
Air Fryer Dehydrated Strawberry Chips
Recipe Video: Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings Recipe
I have created a recipe video for making quick and easy juicy chicken wings recipe in the air fryer and have already posted the video on my YouTube channel Bubli’s World Cuisine. It’s a step by step visual demonstration on how to make this flavorful crispy Chicken wings side dish at home for your family with keeping health in mind. To see the recipe in action from start to finish, please click on the video. And for a printable version of this recipe please check the recipe card at the end of the blog:
Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe Ingredients
To make this crispy Air fryer chicken wings, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Chicken Wings – Make sure you cut them properly making 2 pieces out of 1 whole wing, discarding the bottom.
- Salt – Adjust salt according to your taste.
- Black Pepper Powder – Black pepper goes so well with chicken but opt out if serving to kids.
- Paprika – Gives smokey color and flavor to the chicken wings.
- Garlic Powder – Helps eliminate bad odor from poultry.
- Onion Powder – Skip if you do not have it to hand.
- Lemon Juice – This will help the chicken become juicy and tender.
- Olive Oil – You can use other varieties of oil as well.
- Corn Flour – Helps them get crispy skin.
- Tapioca Starch – Makes chicken wings crispy from the outside.
- Baking Soda – Helps the wings stay fluffy.
How To Make The Best Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Follow simple steps to make the best crispy chicken wings in the air fryer.
Prepare The Wings:
Clean chicken wings and cut each wing into two parts, discarding the bottom part as they burn quickly.
Pat dry the wings paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Toss Chicken Wings With Seasonings:
In a small bowl add Salt, Pepper, Paprika, Garlic powder, onion powder and Lemon juice to chicken wings, mix very well and marinade for 1 hour. You can marinade for longer in the refrigerator.
Add olive oil to the wings and mix well.
Make The Crispy Coating:
Make a coating of Corn flour, Tapioca starch and Baking soda in a bowl.
Coat each wing piece in flour coating mix and shake off excess.
Air Fry Chicken Wings:
Put them in the air fryer in single layer and it’s better if they do not touch each other.
Air fry at 200 C for 20-22 minutes or until crispy and golden.
Halfway through brush with some oil and if possible then turn them as well.
Enjoy!
In less than half an hour Perfectly cooked crispy chicken wings are done in the air fryer. It should be perfectly cooked from inside and all juicy with crispy skin.
- Pro tip: Apply oil just before coating them with flour mixture.
- Pro tip: It’s important to air fry them soon after coating so that they don’t become soggy.
Storing Leftover Chicken Wings
Chicken wings are everyone’s favorite and are finished in the blink of an eye. However, many times there are leftover that could be not enough for everyone’s dinner the next evening. You can store this cooked chicken wings in an air tight container in the fridge for up t 2-3 days. You can also freeze them for later use.
- Refrigeration: Store leftover chicken wings in the fridge for 2-3 days. Make sure it’s covered properly.
- Freezing: If you want to keep your chicken wings for a longer period, consider freezing it. Put them in a zip lock bag. Label and date the packages before storing them in the freezer for up to a month.
Crispy air fryer chicken wings
Ingredients
- 1 Kg Chicken Wings
- 3/4 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 2 tsp Lemon Juice
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 6 Tbsp Corn Flour
- 6 Tbsp Tapioca Starch
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
Instructions
- Clean chicken wings and cut each wing into two parts, discarding the bottom part as they burn quickly.
- Pat dry the wings paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl add Salt, Pepper, Paprika, Garlic powder, onion powder and Lemon juice to chicken wings, mix very well and marinade for 1 hour. You can marinade for longer in the refrigerator.
- After marination is done add olive oil to the wings and mix well.
- Make a coating of Corn flour, Tapioca starch and Baking soda in a bowl.
- Coat each wing piece in flour coating mix and shake off excess.
- Put them in the air fryer in single layer and it’s better if they do not touch each other. Air fry at 200 C for 20-22 minutes or until crispy and golden.
- Halfway through brush with some oil and if possible then turn them as well.
FAQ
Can I make Chicken wings in the air fryer?
Yes, you can definitely make delicious and crispy chicken wings in an air fryer! They are tasty, juicy and crispy.
are air fryer chicken wings tasty?
Yes, air fryer chicken wings can be very tasty. The air fryer method allows you to achieve a crispy exterior while keeping the meat juicy and tender on the inside, similar to traditional deep-frying but with less oil, making them a healthier option.
Can I Cook frozen chicken wings in the air fryer?
Yes, you can cook frozen chicken wings in the air fryer, and they can turn out just as tasty and crispy as fresh wings. Cooking them from frozen is convenient and eliminates the need for thawing but it can take just a little bit of extra time.
Is corn flour gluten free?
Yes, corn flour is naturally gluten-free. Corn flour is made from ground corn, which does not contain gluten. However, it’s important to ensure that the corn flour you purchase is labeled as gluten-free. This is because cross-contamination can occur during processing if the corn flour is produced in a facility that also processes wheat or other gluten-containing grains.
Is tapioca starch flour gluten free?
Tapioca starch is almost pure starch and is naturally gluten-free.
Why isn’t my chicken getting crispy in the air fryer?
Make sure you pat dry chicken pieces to take moisture out. Do not use too much oil and coat with some flour such as corn flour, potato starch to give it a crispy coating.
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