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Crowd-Pleasing Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

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These air fryer garlic parmesan chicken wings are shatteringly crisp, coated in a savory garlic parmesan butter, and ready in under 30 minutes. They’re a healthier, foolproof alternative to deep-fried wings that will disappear at any party.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels, ensuring no moisture remains.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cornstarch. Whisk until evenly distributed.
  3. Add the dried wings to the bowl and toss until every piece is coated, using your hands to work the seasoning into the skin.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each wing. Cook in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes. Flip the wings using tongs and cook for another 10-12 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is golden brown and crispy.
  7. While wings cook, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in grated parmesan, parsley, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  8. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl. Pour the garlic parmesan butter mixture over the wings and toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat wings dry twice for maximum crispiness. Do not skip the baking powder—it helps the skin crisp. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Serve immediately for best texture; coating softens after 15 minutes. For oven-baked version, bake at 425°F on a wire rack for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway.

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