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Crispy Air Fryer Spicy Dry Rub Wings
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Crispy Air Fryer Spicy Dry Rub Wings – Your New Favorite Snack

Crispy Air Fryer Spicy Dry Rub Wings are a delicious, guilt-free snack that satisfies cravings with minimal oil and lots of flavor.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Resting Time3 minutes
Total Time38 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Wings, Crispy Wings, Dry Rub Wings, Healthy Snack, Spicy Wings
Servings: 4 wings
Calories: 280kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the Chicken Wings

  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings Fresh or thawed for best results

For the Dry Rub

  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Can substitute with regular paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used at a 1:1 conversion
  • 1 tablespoon Onion Powder Fresh onion can be an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar White sugar works as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Omit or reduce for milder wings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper May substitute with white pepper

For Cooking

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with canola oil

Instructions

How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Spicy Dry Rub Wings

  • Pat Dry: Start by drying the chicken wings with paper towels.
  • Mix Spices: In a large mixing bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  • Coat Wings: Add the chicken wings to the bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss until evenly coated.
  • Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  • Arrange Wings: Place the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook & Flip: Air fry for 10 minutes, then flip the wings over and continue cooking for an additional 10-12 minutes.
  • Rest: Allow the wings to rest for 3 minutes after cooking.

Notes

Serve with fresh celery sticks and a dipping sauce of your choice.