Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings (Printable)

Crispy wings tossed in a savory garlic-Parmesan sauce, made easy and healthier using an air fryer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 lbs chicken wings, split and tips removed
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp salt
04 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder

→ Garlic-Parmesan Sauce

07 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
08 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
02 - Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12 minutes, flip, then cook an additional 10–13 minutes until golden and crispy.
04 - Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant, avoiding browning. Remove from heat.
05 - Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl. Pour garlic butter over wings. Add Parmesan, parsley, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss to coat thoroughly.
06 - Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Healthier twist using the air fryer
  • Savory garlic-Parmesan flavor
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for best crispiness
  • This recipe contains dairy and garlic allergens
03 -
  • For extra crispiness, cook wings in batches to avoid overcrowding
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice or dash of hot sauce for a zesty flavor boost
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