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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings are crispy, juicy wings baked or air-fried to perfection, then tossed in a buttery garlic-Parmesan sauce. They’re perfect as a party appetizer or indulgent main dish—no deep frying required.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baked or Air Fried
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats, separated)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, toss wings with olive oil, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Arrange wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet or in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  5. Bake or air fry for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  6. While wings cook, melt butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese.
  7. Toss cooked wings in the garlic Parmesan sauce until fully coated.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wings, make sure they are very dry before seasoning.
  • Lemon zest can add a bright twist to the sauce.
  • Grill the wings instead of baking for a smoky flavor.
  • Reheat in oven or air fryer to keep them crispy—avoid microwaving.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.

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