How Long to Cook Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings in the air fryer

Specification: Party chicken wings (flats & drumettes), patted bone dry, tossed with baking powder and kosher salt

Target Temp

390°F (199°C)

Convection Heat

Total Time

18–22 mins

Total Cook Window

Flip Mark

10m

Turnover Point

Internal Safe Temp

175°F–185°F (79°C–85°C) internal for collagen melt

USDA Safe Pull

COOK MODE

Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage

Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

Preheat & Prep

Preheat air-fryer to 390°F (199°C). Place crispy smoked chicken wings (Party chicken wings (flats & drumettes), patted bone dry, tossed with baking powder and kosher salt) in a single layer with space between items for convection airflow.

Cook & Flip

Cook for 18–22 mins. Flip or shake basket at the 10-minute mark for even browning.

Check & Rest

Skin is bubbled, deep golden, and crackles loudly when tapped with tongs; meat pulls cleanly from bone. Confirm internal temperature reaches 175°F–185°F (79°C–85°C) internal for collagen melt. Rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USDA FSIS 165°F minimum poultry standard (pulled at 175°F+ for wing tenderness); Serious Eats Crispy Wing Science.

Pro Tip: Tossing with 1 tsp baking powder per pound alters skin pH to create micro-blisters that mimic deep-fryer crunch without oil.

Related air fryer Cook Times

Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)

400°F (204°C)10–12 mins

Chicken Tenders (Frozen Pre-Cooked)

390°F (199°C)10–12 mins

Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums)

380°F for 15m, then 400°F for 5m20 mins total

Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)

380°F (193°C)12–15 mins

Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)

390°F (199°C)14–16 mins

Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)

380°F (193°C)22–24 mins