1. Prep the Wings
- Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels (this helps the breading stick).
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Set Up Breading Station
- Bowl 1: Flour + garlic powder + onion powder + paprika + cayenne.
- Bowl 2: Beaten eggs.
- Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs.
3. Bread the Wings
- Dredge each wing in flour mixture, dip into eggs, then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Press breadcrumbs on gently to help them stick.
4. Air Fry the Wings
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes.
- Place wings in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
- Lightly spray tops with olive oil spray for extra crispiness.
- Cook for 24–26 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- For extra crunch, increase to 400°F (200°C) for the last 3–4 minutes.
5. Toss & Serve
- Enjoy plain, or toss immediately in your favorite sauce.
- Serve hot with celery, carrot sticks, and ranch or blue cheese dip.
Serving Ideas
- Classic buffalo-style with ranch or blue cheese dip.
- Sweet and sticky BBQ glazed wings.
- Garlic parmesan wings tossed in melted butter, garlic, and parmesan.
- A spicy kick with honey sriracha glaze.
Tips & Variations
- Crispier wings: Use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular.
- No flour option: Go straight egg + breadcrumbs for a lighter crust.
- Spicy lovers: Double the cayenne or add chili flakes to the breading.
- Meal prep tip: Bread the wings ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before air frying.
Final Thoughts
These Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Wings are crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor—without the greasy deep-fry mess. Perfect for parties, game nights, or simply when that wing craving hits!