Name: Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drums; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; ½ tsp garlic powder; 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted; 4 cloves garlic, minced; ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped; ½ tsp Italian seasoning; ¼ tsp salt (for sauce)

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Our air fryer garlic parmesan wings recipe is a quick and easy recipe that you can make in about half an hour! The garlic parmesan sauce coated on crispy and juicy wings is truly super delicious.

Ingredient Notes

🔹Chicken Wings: Try to use fresh chicken wings separated into flats and drumettes for this air fryer garlic parmesan wings recipe!

🔹Garlic: Fresh minced garlic adds the best flavor to these wings. You’ll need about 4 cloves, minced finely.

🔹Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated parmesan cheese is key for the best flavor and melting.

🔹Butter: We use unsalted butter to control the salt level in our wing sauce.

🔹Italian Seasoning: Any brand of Italian seasoning blend will work great here.

🔹Fresh Parsley: You can use dried parsley if needed, but fresh gives the best results.

🔹Oil: Use some olive oil or cooking spray. Any neutral cooking oil will work here.

How to Make Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings

🔹First, start to prepare the wings! Pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels and toss them in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.

🔹Next, place the seasoned wings in an even layer in your air fryer basket, and make sure to not overcrowd them. Also, try to leave some space between each wing for proper air circulation.

🔹Air fry the wings at 380°F for 20-25 minutes; try to flip them halfway through cooking. They should be golden brown and crispy with an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

🔹Prepare the sauce while the wings are cooking by mixing melted butter, minced garlic, grated parmesan, chopped parsley, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl.

🔹 Add the wings when they’re done to the bowl with the garlic parmesan sauce and toss until they’re well coated.

🔹Try to use a meat thermometer anytime you’re cooking chicken! It’s the easiest way to ensure your wings are cooked to the perfect temperature!

Serving Suggestions

You can serve these air fryer garlic parmesan wings with a variety of side dishes! Here are some serving suggestions:

🔹Air fryer french fries or roasted potatoes are excellent sides for these wings! You can also use some air-fried vegetables or a simple green salad.

🔹Serve it alongside other appetizers like mozzarella sticks, chips and dip, or a veggie platter.

Recipe Variations

🔹If you want to make spicy garlic parmesan wings. Try to add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the sauce mixture.

🔹Try a lemon garlic parmesan version by adding fresh lemon zest to the sauce mixture and a squeeze of lemon juice right after the wings are coated.

🔹For extra cheesy wings, you can mix in some Romano cheese or Asiago with the parmesan.

🔹Fresh rosemary, thyme, or basil can be mixed into the sauce along with or instead of the parsley. You could also increase the amount of Italian seasoning if you want more herb flavor.

Freezing and Storage instructions

🔹You can store these air-fried wings in the refrigerator. They should keep for about 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. Make sure the wings crisp back up as much as possible by reheating them in the air fryer.

FAQs

Q1: Can I use frozen wings?

Yes, but thaw them completely first and pat them very dry. If you cook them directly, they’ll release too much moisture and won’t get crispy. Try to add 2-3 minutes to your cooking time if wings are still cold from thawing.

Q2: Can I use pre-grated parmesan cheese?

Fresh-grated parmesan is the best for flavor and melting, but pre-grated will work in a pinch.

Q3: How many wings can I cook at once?

This depends on your air fryer’s size. For best results, arrange wings in a single layer with space between each piece. Most standard air fryers (4-6 qt) can fit 8-10 wing pieces at once.

Q4: My sauce is too thick/thin. How can I fix it?

You can add a little more melted butter if it’s too thick, and if it’s too thin, add more grated parmesan or let it stand for a minute to thicken.

Q5: The garlic tastes burnt. What went wrong?

Minced garlic can burn easily. Try to use larger garlic pieces and add them to the sauce later in the process. Also, reduce the amount of garlic or use garlic powder instead.