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Air-Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings

Crispy, easy air-fryer chicken wings cooked straight from frozen with a quick seasoning finish.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound frozen chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
  • low-sodium chicken rub or seasoning blend to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • carrot sticks optional, for serving
  • celery sticks optional, for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the frozen chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without crowding; work in batches if needed.
  • Air fry the wings for 6 minutes to begin crisping.
  • Open the basket and use tongs to separate any wings that are stuck together.
  • Sprinkle the wings with your chosen low-sodium chicken rub and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Air fry the seasoned wings for 12–15 more minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the wings and serve immediately with carrot and celery sticks if desired.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Tongs

Notes

  • Do not thaw wings before air frying; cook from frozen.
  • Do not overcrowd the basket to ensure even crisping.
  • Flip halfway for uniform browning.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm 165°F internal temperature.