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Crispy Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings Recipe Easy 5-Minute Snack Guide

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, juicy chicken wings cooked straight from frozen in the air fryer, perfect for last-minute snacks or game day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds frozen chicken wings (skin-on preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Optional sauces or glazes: buffalo sauce, honey garlic glaze (honey, soy sauce, minced garlic), BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it warm up for about 5 minutes.
  2. Place frozen wings in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive or avocado oil and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika over the wings. Toss again to distribute the spices.
  4. Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces for air circulation.
  5. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 20-22 minutes, flipping wings halfway through (around 10-11 minutes).
  6. Check that wings are golden brown and crispy. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
  7. If using sauce, toss hot wings in your choice of buffalo, BBQ, or honey garlic glaze immediately after cooking. For a sticky finish, return sauced wings to the air fryer for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness. Flip wings halfway through cooking. If wings are not crispy enough, add 2-3 more minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness (165°F/74°C). For reheating leftovers, air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes to regain crispiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent soggy skin.

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