Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings featuring tender chicken wings coated in a garlic butter sauce, sprinkled with parmesan, and finished with fresh parsley. This easy, quick recipe delivers the perfect balance of savory, cheesy, and garlicky goodness, ideal for a delicious appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
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Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings, cut into drumettes and wingettes
Butter and Seasoning
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, divided and melted
- 2 tablespoons garlic and herb seasoning
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Cheese and Garnish
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Optional Side
- Ranch dressing (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep Wings: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture for crispier results.
- Butter Coating: Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter and drizzle over the dry chicken wings. Toss lightly to evenly coat all wing pieces with the butter.
- Season Wings: In a small bowl, mix together the garlic and herb seasoning and sea salt. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the butter-coated wings and gently rub it into both sides of each wing piece.
- Air Fry Wings: Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook for 8-10 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 7-9 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Depending on your air fryer size, cook in 2-3 batches as needed.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: While the wings cook, combine the remaining 6 tablespoons of melted butter with the minced garlic in a medium bowl.
- Toss Wings in Garlic Butter: Once wings are cooked, immediately toss them in the garlic butter mixture until well coated.
- Add Parmesan and Toast: Sprinkle the wings thoroughly with grated parmesan cheese. Return the wings to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the parmesan is lightly toasted and melted.
- Serve: Optionally drizzle any leftover garlic butter over wings before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra parmesan if desired. Serve with ranch dressing for dipping, if preferred.
Notes
- Ensure wings are patted dry for optimal crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook wings in batches if necessary to allow even air circulation.
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- Parmesan can be substituted with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
- Leftover garlic butter can be warmed and used as a dipping sauce.
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the garlic butter mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 6-7 wings)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
