🏈 Game Day Special! Check out this easy, delicious Air Fryer Wings!

Ingredients

• 2 lb Chicken Wings (Fresh or thawed frozen wings, pat dry)
• 1 Tbsp Paprika (Smoked paprika preferred for depth)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder (Ground garlic powder)
• 1 tsp Onion Powder (Ground onion powder)
• 1 tsp Brown Sugar (Adds a subtle caramel note)
• 1 tsp Salt (Kosher or table salt)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper (Optional for heat)
• 1 Tbsp Olive Oil (Helps the rub adhere)

Instructions

1. Dry the Wings

   Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels; moisture prevents crisping.

   Time: PT5M

2. Combine Dry Rub

   Place paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne into a paper bag. Add the olive oil, seal, and shake vigorously to mix.

   Time: PT2M

3. Coat the Wings

   Add the dried wings to the same bag, seal, and shake until every piece is thoroughly coated with the rub.

   Time: PT3M

4. Preheat Air Fryer

   Set the air fryer to 400°F and let it preheat for about 3 minutes.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 400°F

5. Air Fry the Wings – First Half

   Arrange the coated wings in a single layer in the air‑fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 400°F

6. Flip and Finish Cooking

   Open the fryer, flip each wing with tongs, and cook another 10 minutes at 400°F until the skin is crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Rest and Serve

   Remove the wings, let them rest 1 minute, then transfer to a serving plate. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

0 g