Garlic Parmesan Wings Air Fryer Recipe – Want to make easy and delicious chicken wings? Try our Garlic Parmesan Wings Air Fryer recipe! With a few simple ingredients and a quick 20-minute cook time, you’ll be enjoying a batch of crispy and finger-licking-good wings. They are perfect for game day, movie nights, or when you’re in the mood for a tasty Appetizer.
WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE AIR FRYER GARLIC PARMESAN WINGS
- Chicken Wings: Two pounds of chicken wings will feed my family of four with leftovers, but you can adjust our recipe to feed a crowd. Make it easy on yourself and purchase chicken wings split into drums and flats; I usually buy uncooked chicken wings from Costco.
- Baking Powder: Baking powder, not baking soda, is necessary for crispy baked chicken wings.
- Spices: Keep it simple and season the wings with salt, garlic powder, pepper, and paprika.
- Sauce: Melted butter flavored with fresh garlic and parsley adheres to the crispy chicken wings, and we toss them in grated parmesan to finish them off.
HOW TO MAKE OUR GARLIC PARMESAN WINGS AIR FRYER RECIPE
The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Dry the chicken wings using a cloth to remove excess moisture. Then, preheat the air fryer to 400° F (204° C).
Combine baking powder, salt, garlic powder, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; pour the mixture over the chicken wings and toss.
Line the chicken wings into the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry for 18 minutes.
Flip the wings halfway through and work in batches until all the chicken is cooked.
Allow the wings to cool for 10 minutes, then toss them in a mixing bowl with butter, parsley, garlic, and parmesan to serve.
COOKING TIPS
- Dry the Wings: Pat dry the wings to achieve a nice, crispy coating.
- Don’t Overcrowd: Ensure the chicken wings are spaced apart in the air fryer basket; crowding results in steaming instead of baking.
- Baking Powder: Baking powder and salt help achieve crispy chicken skin by altering the pH.
- Rest the Chicken: Let the chicken rest after baking; this helps the chicken dry out and release excess moisture from the skin, leading to crispier chicken.
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SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Homemade Ranch Dressing
- Carrots and Celery, Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts, Corn on the Cob, Onion Rings
- Vinegar Coleslaw
- Jalapeño Poppers
- Corn Bread
- Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes, Twice Baked Potatoes, Healthy Potato Salad, Roasted Potatoes, French Fries, Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes, Southern Potato Salad, French Fries
- Southern Mac and Cheese
- Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad, Caesar Salad
WHAT TO DO WITH THE LEFTOVERS
- Refrigerate – Store leftovers in an airtight container; they will keep for 3-4 days.
- Freeze – Once the wings have cooled, transfer them to a freezer-safe container or bag for storage. Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings will keep for up to 6 months.
- Thaw- Before serving, defrost it in the refrigerator overnight.
- Reheat – Warm leftovers in the oven for 15 minutes at 350° F (176° C).
- Repurpose- Debone the leftover wings and use them as a topping for a salad or filling for a sandwich.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can you layer wings in the air fryer?
Layering the wings prevents the hot air from circulating and cooking them evenly.
How long does it take to cook chicken wings in the air fryer?
Each batch takes 18-20 minutes; the cooking time depends on the size of your air fryer and how many wings you’re able to cook at one time. I use the Instant Vortex, and I am able to cook two pounds of chicken wings in 2-3 batches.
YOU SHOULD ALSO TRY:
- Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders
- Tantuni
- Tandoori Chicken Tikka
- And more tasty Appetizers!
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Garlic Parmesan Wings Air Fryer Recipe
Equipment
- Small Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, coarse ground
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 5 tablespoons butter, unsalted, melted
- 2 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons parmesan, grated
Instructions
- Dry the chicken wings using a cloth to remove excess moisture. Then, preheat the air fryer to 400° F (204° C).
- Combine baking powder, salt, garlic powder, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; pour the mixture over the chicken wings and toss.
- Line the chicken wings into the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry for 18 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through. Work in batches until all the chicken is cooked.
- Allow the wings to cool for 10 minutes, then toss them in a mixing bowl with butter, parsley, garlic, and parmesan to serve.
Notes
- Dry the Wings: Pat dry the wings to achieve a nice, crispy coating.
- Don’t Overcrowd: Ensure the chicken wings are spaced apart in the air fryer basket; crowding results in steaming instead of baking.
- Baking Powder: Baking powder and salt help achieve crispy chicken skin by altering the pH.
- Rest the Chicken: Let the chicken rest after baking; this helps the chicken dry out and release excess moisture from the skin, leading to crispier chicken.
- The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.