Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Wings Every Time!
Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Wings Every Time! is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 210 calories per serving. Recipe by Smokin' & Grillin with AB on YouTube.
Prep: 21 min | Cook: 15 min | Total: 46 min
Cost: $10.35 total, $2.59 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 lb Chicken Wings (whole wings, tips removed if desired)
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted, used as the coating base)
- 1 tsp Sea Salt (enhances flavor, use sparingly)
- 1 spray Non‑Stick Cooking Spray (e.g., Pam or extra‑virgin olive oil spray, to prevent sticking)
Instructions
Pat Wings Dry
Place the chicken wings on a paper towel‑lined surface and pat them completely dry with additional paper towels.
Time: PT5M
Prepare Seasoned Flour
Put the measured flour into a sturdy paper bag, add the sea salt, close the bag, and shake vigorously until the salt is evenly distributed.
Time: PT3M
Coat Wings in Flour
Add the dried wings to the seasoned flour bag, seal, and shake until each wing is fully coated. Open the bag and shake off excess flour.
Time: PT5M
Preheat Air Fryer
Turn the air fryer on and set it to 400°F (204°C). Let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: 400°F
Spray Basket
Lightly spray the air‑fryer basket with non‑stick cooking spray.
Time: PT1M
Arrange Wings
Place the coated wings in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between each piece for proper air circulation.
Time: PT2M
Air‑Fry Wings
Cook the wings at 400°F for a total of 15 minutes. After 8 minutes, open the fryer, flip each wing using tongs, and spray the bottom side lightly if needed.
Time: PT15M
Temperature: 400°F
Check Doneness
Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of a wing; it should read at least 165°F (74°C).
Time: PT1M
Rest on Cooling Rack
Transfer the cooked wings to a cooling rack set over a pan to allow excess fat to drip away.
Time: PT2M
Serve
Arrange the wings on a serving platter and enjoy immediately. Optional: serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 210
- Protein
- 15 g
- Carbohydrates
- 10 g
- Fat
- 12 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Dietary info: Contains gluten, Not vegan, Not vegetarian
Allergens: Chicken, Wheat (flour), Potential soy (in some cooking sprays)
Last updated: April 16, 2026








