Description
These Air Fryer Peri-Peri Chicken Wings are spicy, crispy, and packed with bold flavor, perfect for game days, parties, or whenever you’re craving a fiery bite. The air fryer makes them extra crispy without deep frying, while the peri-peri marinade infuses them with a smoky, tangy heat that builds with each bite.
Ingredients
1 ½ lbs chicken wings, split and tips removed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp peri-peri sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley or lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, peri-peri sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the wings in the marinade until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Preheat your air fryer to 380°F. Arrange the marinated wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they aren’t overlapping. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Cook the wings for 24 to 28 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and fully cooked inside. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
Remove the wings from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired before serving.
Notes
Adjust the amount of peri-peri sauce based on your heat preference. These wings pair perfectly with a cooling dip like ranch or garlic mayo. For extra crispy skin, spray the wings lightly with oil before cooking. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 5 minutes.