The Secret Behind CRISPY Air Fryer Chicken Wings!
The Secret Behind CRISPY Air Fryer Chicken Wings! is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 350 calories per serving. Recipe by Smokin' & Grillin with AB on YouTube.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 24 min | Total: 54 min
Cost: $14.09 total, $3.52 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 lb Chicken Wings (fresh or thawed, skin on)
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Poultry Seasoning Blend (low‑sodium blend)
- 1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 tsp Salt (optional, adjust to taste)
- as needed Nonstick Cooking Spray (for coating the air‑fryer basket and wings)
- 2 tbsp Garlic‑Infused Olive Oil (for tossing naked wings after cooking)
- 0.5 cup Blue Cheese Dressing (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Clean and Dry Wings
Rinse the chicken wings under cold water, then pat them completely dry with paper towels.
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Make the Coating Mix
In a mixing bowl combine 1 cup all‑purpose flour, ½ cup cornstarch, 2 tbsp poultry seasoning, 1 tsp black pepper, and ½ tsp salt. Whisk until evenly blended.
Time: PT5M
Coat Half the Wings
Place half of the wings in the bowl, toss to coat evenly, then shake off excess. Arrange the coated wings skin‑side down on a tray.
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Spray All Wings
Lightly spray both the coated and the remaining naked wings with nonstick cooking spray.
Time: PT2M
Preheat Air Fryer (Optional)
If your model benefits from preheating, run it empty for 2 minutes at 380°F.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: 380°F
Load the Air Fryer
Place the wings in a single layer in the air‑fryer basket, skin side down. Do not overcrowd.
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First Half of Cooking
Set the air fryer to 380°F and cook for 7 minutes.
Time: PT7M
Temperature: 380°F
Flip and Re‑spray
Open the fryer, flip each wing using tongs, and give a quick spray of nonstick spray.
Time: PT2M
Second Half of Cooking
Cook for another 7 minutes at 380°F.
Time: PT7M
Temperature: 380°F
Optional Extra Crisp
If you prefer extra crispness, add an additional 4 minutes at 380°F.
Time: PT4M
Temperature: 380°F
Check Internal Temperature
Remove wings and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part; it should read at least 165°F.
Time: PT2M
Toss Naked Wings in Garlic‑Infused Oil
Place the naked wings in a bowl, drizzle 2 tbsp garlic‑infused olive oil, and toss to coat lightly.
Time: PT2M
Serve
Arrange both the breaded and naked wings on a serving platter and serve with blue cheese dressing on the side.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
- Fiber
- 0g
Dietary info: Keto‑friendly (naked wing version), Low‑carb, High‑protein
Allergens: Gluten (flour), Dairy (blue cheese dressing)
Last updated: April 14, 2026








