Description
Crispy and juicy chicken wings coated in a toasty Parmesan-spice mixture, cooked quickly in an air fryer for a healthier take on a classic appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken wings (split into drums and flats if desired)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated is best)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika preferred)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Pat the wings very dry with paper towels.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the wings in the mixture, pressing it into the skin.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange the wings in a single layer.
- Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, then flip and cook for another 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove and let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure wings are patted dry and do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken wings, air fryer, Parmesan, appetizer, gluten-free