Description
Crispy, cheesy, and packed with garlicky flavor, these Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken Wings are an easy recipe for game day, quick dinner, appetizer night, or simple family food ideas. The air fryer gives the wings a golden crunch without deep frying, while Parmesan, panko, garlic, and herbs create a savory crust that tastes bold, satisfying, and perfect for anyone looking for easy dinner ideas or party snacks.
Ingredients
2 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra grated Parmesan cheese for finishing
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken wings very dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
2. Drizzle the wings with olive oil, then add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
3. Toss until the wings are evenly coated with seasoning.
4. In a shallow bowl, mix grated Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
5. Press each wing into the Parmesan-panko mixture until well coated.
6. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes.
7. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece.
8. Air fry for 20 to 24 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden, crisp, and cooked through.
9. Brush the hot wings with melted butter, then sprinkle with extra Parmesan and chopped parsley.
10. Rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Dry the wings very well before seasoning so the crust turns crisp instead of soft.
Cook in batches if needed because overcrowding the air fryer basket prevents even browning.
Use finely grated Parmesan for better coating, then finish with a little extra Parmesan after cooking for stronger flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
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