How long do I cook the wings in the air fryer?

Cook the wings at 380°F (193°C) for 20 minutes, then increase the temperature to 400°F (204°C) for an additional 2 minutes for extra crispiness.

What should I do if I don't have olive oil spray?

You can use regular olive oil instead of olive oil spray.

Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Name: Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 kg whole chicken wings; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp baking powder; 2 tbsp olive oil or olive oil spray (Using spray is optional.); 0.25 cup buffalo hot sauce (Frank's Red Hot is recommended.)

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Original video by Cooking with Coit on YouTube7:06

About this recipe

These Air Fryer Chicken Wings are a game-changer for anyone craving crispy, juicy wings without the hassle of deep frying. In just about 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that rivals your favorite takeout, all thanks to the air fryer.

Justin from Cooking with Coit shows how easy it is to achieve that perfect crunch while keeping the wings tender inside. With a few simple ingredients and techniques, you’ll be enjoying delicious wings in no time.

Ingredient notes

Using olive oil spray is optional; regular olive oil can be used instead.

Tips from Cooking with Coit’s video

Make sure to pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel before seasoning to ensure they get crispy in the air fryer.
Baking powder is a key ingredient that helps the skin crisp up nicely, so don't skip it!
When arranging the wings in the air fryer, it's okay if they touch slightly; just ensure there's enough space for air circulation.

Good to know

How long do I cook the wings in the air fryer?: Cook the wings at 380°F (193°C) for 20 minutes, then increase the temperature to 400°F (204°C) for an additional 2 minutes for extra crispiness.
What should I do if I don't have olive oil spray?: You can use regular olive oil instead of olive oil spray.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Cooking with Coit: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 4 servingsTime 30 minutes

Ingredients

1 kg whole chicken wings
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp olive oil or olive oil spray — Using spray is optional.
¼ cup buffalo hot sauce — Frank's Red Hot is recommended.

Steps

1
Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel to remove moisture.
2
Cut the chicken wings in half at the joint to separate the drumette and wing.
3
In a bowl, mix together garlic powder, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
4
Place the chicken wings in a large mixing bowl and coat them lightly with olive oil spray.
5
Toss the wings to ensure they are evenly coated with oil.
6
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the wings and toss again to coat evenly.
7
Spray a light coat of olive oil into the air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
8
Arrange the chicken wings in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
9
Cook the wings in the air fryer at 380°F (193°C) for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
10
After 20 minutes, increase the temperature to 400°F (204°C) and cook for an additional 2 minutes for extra crispiness.
11
Remove the wings from the air fryer and place them in a mixing bowl.
12
Drizzle buffalo sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly.