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Ultimate Air Fryer Keto Crispy Parmesan Chicken Wings

Close-up of golden brown Keto Crispy Parmesan Chicken Wings piled on a white plate, glistening with butter and sprinkled with parsley.
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Make incredibly crispy, low-carb chicken wings using an air fryer and a Parmesan crust. This recipe avoids flour or breadcrumbs for strict ketogenic compliance.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free for best results)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for crispiness.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the dry wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. In a separate small bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
  4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the wings in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  5. Air fry at 380°F (195°C) for 15 minutes.
  6. Flip the wings and continue air frying at 400°F (200°C) for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the skin is very crisp.
  7. While the wings finish cooking, prepare the butter sauce: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not brown the garlic.
  8. Remove the cooked wings from the air fryer and immediately place them in a large bowl.
  9. Sprinkle the Parmesan-herb mixture over the hot wings and toss gently to coat.
  10. Drizzle the melted garlic butter over the wings and toss again until lightly coated. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the wings with avocado oil spray before adding the Parmesan mixture in step 4.
  • Use finely grated Parmesan, as coarse shreds tend to burn quickly in the air fryer.
  • If you do not have an air fryer, you can bake these wings on a wire rack set over a baking sheet at 425°F (220°C) for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping halfway.

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