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The Ultimate Extra Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Baking Powder

A close-up mound of intensely seasoned, crispy air fryer chicken wings piled high on a white plate.
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Make perfectly crunchy, juicy chicken wings in your air fryer using a simple baking powder trick and a savory dry rub. This recipe delivers irresistible texture without deep frying, making it ideal for game day or a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes separated)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

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, onion powder, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix the dry rub thoroughly.
  3. Add the dried chicken wings to the bowl. Toss well until every piece is evenly coated with the dry rub mixture.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius).
  5. Arrange the seasoned 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, carefully flip the wings. Increase the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  8. Continue to air fry for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the wings are deeply golden brown and extremely crispy.
  9. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Baking powder reacts with the chicken skin proteins during cooking, helping to draw out moisture and create a superior crunch.
  • For the juiciest inside and crispy outside, do not skip flipping the wings halfway through the cooking time.
  • If you plan to toss the wings in sauce after cooking, toss them lightly just before serving to maintain maximum crispness.

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