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Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

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These crispy air fryer garlic Parmesan chicken wings deliver a perfect balance of textures and flavors with a savory garlic punch and cheesy finish, all without the mess of deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, skin-on, fresh or thawed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 30 g)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Pat 2 pounds of chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, toss wings with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, salt, and black pepper to taste until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Place wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry wings for 25-28 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping wings halfway through (around 12 minutes), until golden brown and crisp with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. While wings cook, mix 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 3 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using) in a bowl.
  7. Once wings are done, immediately transfer them to the bowl with the Parmesan mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to coat each wing.
  8. Arrange wings on a platter, sprinkle with extra parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

Dry wings thoroughly before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent soggy spots. Toss wings in the garlic Parmesan mixture after cooking to keep the coating fresh and crunchy. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture. If the Parmesan mixture feels too dry, add a tiny splash of olive oil to help it cling better. Flip wings halfway through cooking for even browning.

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