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The Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings (Baking Powder Crunch)

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Make extra crispy, golden chicken wings in your air fryer using baking powder for maximum crunch. This simple recipe avoids deep-frying mess and is perfect for game day or quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for crispiness.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix the dry rub thoroughly.
  3. Add the dried chicken wings to the bowl. Toss well until every wing is evenly coated with the dry rub mixture.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius).
  5. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry for 20 minutes.
  7. After 20 minutes, flip the wings over. Increase the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  8. Continue to cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the wings are deep golden brown and very crispy.
  9. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Use aluminum-free baking powder for the best results when achieving extra crispiness.
  • For sauced wings, toss the cooked, crispy wings in your favorite sauce immediately before serving.
  • If your wings are very large, you may need to add 2-3 minutes to the total cooking time.

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