Air Fryer Parmesan Wings (Printable Version)

Golden crispy chicken wings with parmesan and spices, air fried to perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes

→ Cheese

02 - 1½ cups finely grated Parmesan cheese

→ Seasonings and Oils

03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - ½ teaspoon paprika
07 - ¾ teaspoon salt
08 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Finishing

09 - Cooking spray as needed

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Use paper towels to thoroughly pat the chicken wings dry to ensure crispiness.
02 - In a large bowl, combine wings with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
03 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the wings and toss again to achieve a light, even coating.
04 - Preheat the air fryer to 380°F if preheating is required by your model.
05 - Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange wings in a single layer with space between each. Cook in batches if necessary.
06 - Cook for 10 minutes, then flip wings. Continue cooking for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown, crispy, and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
07 - For extra crispiness, increase temperature to 400°F and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, monitoring closely.
08 - Allow wings to rest for 1 to 2 minutes to let the Parmesan crust set before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Drying the wings thoroughly is essential to achieve a crisp texture.