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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe Perfectly Crunchy No Oil

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This recipe delivers crispy, juicy chicken wings cooked in an air fryer without any added oil, using baking powder to achieve the perfect crunch quickly and easily.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (preferably kosher salt)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder or cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly with paper towels, about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
  3. Add the wings to the bowl and toss with the seasoning mixture until evenly coated, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  5. Arrange the wings skin-side down in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry the wings at 400°F (200°C) for 25-28 minutes, flipping halfway through at 12-14 minutes.
  7. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) or that juices run clear and meat is opaque.
  8. Optionally toss wings in your favorite sauce immediately after cooking.
  9. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Notes

Patting wings dry is essential for crispiness. Use baking powder, not baking soda, to avoid metallic taste. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent soggy wings. Flip wings halfway through cooking for even crisping. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 375°F for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness. For gluten-free, ensure all spices and baking powder are certified gluten-free.

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