10 Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

You loved our crispy chicken wing recipes – and now they’re getting the air fryer treatment! These 10 air fryer chicken wing recipes deliver that shatteringly crisp skin with a fraction of the oil. Buffalo classics, sticky honey garlic, zesty lemon pepper, and sweet teriyaki – every batch is juicy inside, crunchy outside, and on the table in under 30 minutes.

Below you’ll find 10 reader-favorite recipes, each with a photo, ingredients, and step-by-step instructions. Preheat that air fryer and let’s go!

1. Classic Buffalo Air Fryer Wings

The game-day legend – tangy, buttery, and unbelievably crispy straight from the air fryer.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings, split and tips removed
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup hot sauce
• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• Celery sticks and blue cheese dip, for serving

Instructions

1. Pat the wings very dry with paper towels and toss with baking powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed).
3. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until deeply golden and crisp.
4. Whisk the hot sauce, melted butter, and vinegar in a large bowl.
5. Toss the hot wings in the buffalo sauce until fully coated.
6. Serve immediately with celery sticks and blue cheese dip.

2. Honey Garlic Air Fryer Wings

Sticky, sweet, and garlicky – these disappear the second they hit the table.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/3 cup honey
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp butter
• Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for topping

Instructions

1. Toss the wings with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and golden.
3. While the wings cook, simmer honey, garlic, soy sauce, and butter in a small pan for 3 minutes until thickened.
4. Toss the crispy wings in the honey garlic glaze.
5. Top with sesame seeds and green onions; serve hot.

3. Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Wings

Bright, zesty, and addictive – no heavy sauce needed for these crispy beauties.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tsp cracked black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

1. Pat the wings dry and toss with baking powder and salt.
2. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.
3. Whisk melted butter with lemon juice, lemon zest, cracked pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Toss the hot wings in the lemon pepper butter.
5. Finish with extra lemon zest and serve with ranch dip.

4. Teriyaki Glazed Air Fryer Wings

Sweet-savory Japanese-inspired wings with a glossy, caramelized finish.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• Toasted sesame seeds, for topping

Instructions

1. Toss the wings with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
2. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.
3. Simmer teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and sesame oil for 3 minutes until syrupy.
4. Toss the wings in the teriyaki glaze.
5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.

5. Cajun Spiced Air Fryer Wings

Bold Louisiana flavor with a smoky kick – crispy outside, juicy inside.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Ranch or remoulade, for dipping

Instructions

1. Toss the wings with olive oil until lightly coated.
2. Rub all over with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and charred at the edges.
4. Let rest 3 minutes before serving.
5. Serve with ranch or remoulade for dipping.

6. Parmesan Herb Air Fryer Wings

Buttery, cheesy, and herby – an Italian-inspired wing that tastes like garlic bread met a wing.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Toss the wings with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
2. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
3. Saute the minced garlic in melted butter for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Toss the wings with the garlic butter, parmesan, and parsley.
5. Serve hot with extra parmesan on top.

7. Sweet Chili Air Fryer Wings

Glossy, sweet-heat wings with that irresistible Thai-inspired sticky glaze.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
• Sliced scallions, for topping

Instructions

1. Pat the wings dry and toss with baking powder and salt.
2. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.
3. Warm the sweet chili sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sriracha in a pan for 2 minutes.
4. Toss the wings in the sweet chili glaze until lacquered.
5. Top with scallions and serve immediately.

8. Old Bay Air Fryer Wings

That iconic Chesapeake seasoning gives these wings an unmistakable savory punch.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Toss the wings with olive oil.
2. Coat evenly with Old Bay, brown sugar, and garlic powder.
3. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and browned.
4. Squeeze fresh lemon over the hot wings.
5. Serve with extra Old Bay for sprinkling.

9. Maple Mustard Air Fryer Wings

Sweet maple meets tangy Dijon – a fall-ready glaze you'll want on everything.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
• 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. Pat the wings dry and toss with baking powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until deeply crisp.
3. Simmer maple syrup, Dijon, vinegar, and butter for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Toss the wings in the maple mustard glaze.
5. Serve hot with extra glaze for dipping.

10. Smoky Chipotle Air Fryer Wings

Deep smoke and slow-building heat – the boldest wings in this lineup.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
• 3 tbsp adobo sauce
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Chopped cilantro, for topping

Instructions

1. Toss the wings with olive oil and salt.
2. Air fry at 400 F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.
3. Blend the chipotles, adobo sauce, honey, butter, and lime juice into a smooth glaze.
4. Toss the hot wings in the chipotle glaze.
5. Top with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.