Description
Craving something crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor without the deep-fried guilt? These *Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken Wings* are the perfect easy recipe for a quick dinner, game day appetizer, or family-friendly snack. Using simple ingredients and your air fryer, you’ll get crunchy wings coated in a garlicky Parmesan crust that’s completely addictive. Great for food ideas when you need something fast, delicious, and impressive—this dish checks every box for healthy snack, easy dinner, or casual party bites.
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken wings, split at joints and tips removed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Cooking spray (for the air fryer basket)
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the wings and toss again to coat thoroughly.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F and spray the basket with cooking spray.
5. Place the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
6. Cook for 20–22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
7. Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with more Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Notes
Pat the wings extra dry before seasoning to guarantee maximum crispiness.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—cook in batches if necessary.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 125mg