Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings

Air fryer garlic parmesan wings are crispy, buttery, and coated with buttery garlic parmesan. These wings are packed with flavors and are perfect for an appetizer or snack to serve on a game day or serve for your dinner.

I love making a large batch of air fryer garlic parmesan wings because I know this is everyone’s favorite in my family. Perfectly crispy on the outside and it’s packed with flavor and juicy on the inside. Even if you’re a beginner you can easily make this recipe at home. You can serve the combo of garlic parmesan wings with some veggies such as air fryer broccoli or air fryer cabbage steak.

Garlic parmesan wings made in the air fryer are healthy and keto-friendly. Serve these delicious garlic parmesan wings with your favorite dipping sauce for your game day and enjoy. If you love making these types of quick chicken recipes, be sure to check, the air fryer sesame chicken and air fryer lemon chicken.

How to make garlic parmesan wings in an air fryer?

Making air fryer garlic parmesan wings is easy, quick, and fun. It’s fun because I know it’s going to turn out super crispy and delicious.

Ingredients for air fryer garlic parmesan wings:

• 500gm chicken wings
• 1tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon corn flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• Salt to taste

Ingredients for garlic butter sauce:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
• ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instruction for air fryer garlic parmesan wings:

1. First, pat dry the wings.
2. Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 5 minutes.
3. Take a mixing bowl to add chicken wings, oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss them until the wings are well coated. And add the corn flour and mix them well.
4. Brush a thin layer of oil in the basket and place the coated wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. And cook at 200C/400F for 20 minutes.
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6. Flip the chicken wings halfway through the cooking process for the evenly cooked result.
7. Meanwhile, the chicken is cooking let’s start making the garlic butter sauce.
8. Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook minced garlic in the butter until fragrant or until the garlic is light golden brown.
9. Remove the pan from the heat let them cool for a while and add the remaining sauce ingredients and stir.
10. Transfer the wings from the air fryer into a mixing bowl to add the sauce mixture and toss them until well coated.
11. Again, transfer the wings to the air fryer basket and air fry for 2 more minutes.
12. Remove the crispy air fryer garlic parmesan wings.
13. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy.

You can find the air fryer garlic parmesan wings recipe in the printable card below

What to serve with air fryer garlic parmesan wings?

These air fryer garlic parmesan wings are wonderful just as they are. Serve them as a meal with a side of fresh celery sticks and air fryer french fries. However, you can also serve them with your favorite dipping sauce. Here are some of the dipping sauces you can try:

• Ranch
• Blue cheese dip
• BBQ sauce
• Hot sauce

Tips for making the best crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings

• Don’t skip the preheating process before making any type of food in an air fryer.
• Pat wings dry before seasoning them, this will help the seasoning stick on the outer skin of the wings. Plus helps to crisp the wings.
• Place the wings in a single layer and don’t overcrowd the basket to let the hot air circulate and cook the wings evenly.
• Flip the chicken halfway through the cooking process to ensure it cooks evenly and doesn’t get burned.
• Air fryer the wings for the second time once tossed in the garlic butter sauce. It will crisp up the wings even better.

Other healthy Chicken recipes you’ll love

• Air fryer chicken lollipops
• Air fryer tandoori chicken

How long do you cook garlic parmesan wings in the air fryer?

Every air fryer works differently depending on its brand. However, air fryer chicken parmesan wings are fully cooked within 20 minutes. Make sure that you check them halfway through the cooking process and adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Can you freeze these garlic parmesan wings?

These garlic parmesan wings made in an air fryer are best when served fresh and crunchy. You can put the leftover cooked air fryer garlic parmesan wings in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They are good for 3-4 days.

If you want to freeze the leftover wings, place them in an airtight freezer-safe container and store them in the freezer. They are good for 3-4 months.

How to reheat air fryer garlic parmesan wings?

• Preheat your air fryer at 175C/350F for 2-3 minutes.
• Place the leftover wings in the air fryer basket and reheat them for 3-4 minutes or until warm.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions:

Can you stack chicken wings in the air fryer?

I don’t suggest stacking the chicken wings in the air fryer. Instead, place the wings in a single layer and allow the hot air to circulate in the air fryer. That gives you evenly cooked and crispier wings.

Can you put raw wings in an air fryer?

Of course, you can. Make these crispy and delicious air fryer garlic parmesan wings and enjoy.

How long do you cook wings in an air fryer?

Chicken wings are fully cooked within 15-20 minutes. However, the cooking time may vary according to the air fryer brand and according to your liking.

How do I make my air fryer wings crispy?

• Don’t skip to preheat your air fryer and brush a thin layer of oil before placing the wings in the air fryer basket.
• Place the wings in a single layer for a crispier result.
• The secret ingredient to super crispy wings is baking powder. (Make sure to use baking powder, not baking soda)

What temperature do you air fry chicken wings?

Set the air fryer temperature at 200C/400F and air fry the chicken wings for about 15-20 minutes.

Can you make garlic parmesan chicken wings in the oven?

Yes, you can. Follow all the steps from the above and cook them in the oven. Convert the time and temperature using our air fryer calculator.

Does baking powder help chicken get crispy?

Yes, the baking powder helps to build tiny air pockets on the chicken skin breaking up its thickness. Resulting in crispier chicken wings.

Equipment:
Air fryer

Course: Snack, Main Dish
Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 60 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition:

Calories- 527 kcal | Total Fat- 42g | Saturated Fat- 8g | Trans Fat- 1g | Monounsaturated Fat- 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat- 12g | Protein- 30g | Carbohydrates- 5g | Cholesterol-123mg | Sodium- 267mg | Sugar- 3g | Fiber- 2g | Calcium- 60mg | Vitamin A- 261IU | Vitamin C- 2mg | Potassium- 260mg | Iron- 2mg |

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