Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe
A perfect chicken wing is a small piece of culinary magic. It needs shatteringly crispy skin, tender, juicy meat inside, and just enough seasoning to make you reach for the next one without thinking. For years, I wrestled with hot oil splatters and oven trays of disappointingly soggy skin. Then, I finally gave my air fryer a real shot at wing duty. After more batches than I can count (it’s a tough job, but someone had to do it), I’ve nailed down a method that delivers absolute consistency. This isn’t just *a* recipe; it’s my go-to, never-fail formula for the best crispy air fryer chicken wings you can make at home. Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings Recipe Ingredients: 2 lbs. chicken wingettes and drumettes (or whole wings, split) 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder (yes, powder, not soda—this is the crispy secret!) 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, but recommended) Your favorite wing sauce or dry rub, for serving Equipment: Your ai...
