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Joe Rooney

Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings Recipe Easy and Crispy

Quickly prepare crispy and juicy Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings in just minutes with this simple recipe. Using a clever trick and minimal ingredients, these wings come out perfectly cooked every time, making them an easy and flavorful meal or snack option.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 334
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb Frozen chicken wings (flats and drumettes)
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp Sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • Wing sauce of your choice (optional)

Method
 

  1. Set your air fryer to preheat at 400°F (204°C).
  2. Place the frozen chicken wings in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary.
  3. Cook the wings for 8 minutes until they've thawed and are warmed through.
  4. Remove the wings and transfer them to a large bowl; use paper towels to pat them dry and discard any liquid from the air fryer basket.
  5. Add olive oil, baking powder, sea salt, and black pepper to the wings and toss thoroughly to coat every piece.
  6. Return the wings to the air fryer basket arranged evenly in one layer.
  7. If possible, increase the air fryer's temperature to 430°F (221°C); if not, keep it at 400°F (204°C), then cook the wings for 6 minutes.
  8. Flip the wings over and finish cooking for an additional 4 to 6 minutes until they are cooked through and crispy.
  9. Serve the wings plain or mix them with your favorite wing sauce before enjoying.
  10. Don’t forget to leave a review or share your creation on Instagram tagging @wholesomeyum!

Notes

  • Serving size is about 4-6 wings or a quarter of the total recipe. To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer for the best crispy texture. For freezing, spread wings on parchment paper in a single layer to freeze solid before bagging and storing for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating for best results. Nutritional info excludes wing sauce since choices vary.