Crispy wings coated in garlic-Parmesan sauce, cooked in the air fryer for a healthier, flavorful bite.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 lbs chicken wings, split and tips removed
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp salt
04 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
→ Garlic-Parmesan Sauce
07 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
08 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Set the air fryer to 400°F and allow it to preheat for 5 minutes.
02 - Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss them in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Place wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12 minutes, then turn wings over and continue cooking for an additional 10 to 13 minutes until golden and crispy.
04 - Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat.
05 - Transfer cooked wings to a large mixing bowl. Pour garlic butter over, then add Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Toss until evenly coated.
06 - Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley.
