Keto Chicken Wings

These Keto Chicken Wings come together in just 30 minutes in the air fryer! Seasoned with garlic powder, cayenne pepper and more, this recipe produces perfectly crispy chicken wings with minimal effort. 

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Easy Keto Chicken Wings

These Keto Chicken Wings are spicy, savory and  super delicious and made in the air fryer.

What You’ll Need

All you need for these low carb chicken wings are the meat, some spices and a little bit of oil. I like to serve mine with ranch dressing and chopped veggies, too!

• Chicken Wings: Flats and drumettes separated.
• Avocado Oil: Or olive oil.
• Coarse Sea Salt: Or kosher salt, to taste.
• Garlic Powder: For flavor.
• Onion Powder: For more flavor!
• Cayenne Pepper: Or smoked paprika.
• Freshly Cracked Black Pepper: To taste.
• Fresh Chopped Parsley: For garnish.

Optional for serving:

• Ranch Dressing: Or blue cheese dressing. We like Primal Kitchen since it’s made with ingredients that are all gluten-free, low carb, keto, paleo and Whole30 compliant.
• Chopped Veggies: Serve your wings with chopped celery and carrots, if desired.

How to Make Keto Chicken Wings in the air fryer

Now that we’ve gone over the ingredients, let’s talk about the recipe itself. In short, it couldn’t be simpler! Be sure to watch the video below and follow the step-by-step instructions and photos to see how to make the best homemade wings:

1. Heat Air Fryer: If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat it to 390°F, as needed.
2. Season Wings: Pat the wings dry on both sides with paper towels. Drizzle them with oil, then sprinkle them evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne (or smoked paprika).
3. Place in Air Fryer: Working in batches (depending on the size of your air fryer), place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowding or overlapping.
4. Cook: Cook at 390°F for 12 minutes, then remove the basket and use tongs to flip the wings. Cook again for 10-12 minutes, until the wings are golden brown or once they’ve reached your desired crispiness.
5. Serve & Enjoy! Transfer the wings to a serving platter and sprinkle them with coarse salt and chopped fresh parsley. Serve with desired sauce and veggies.

Tips for Success

Want some secrets for making your keto wings extra crispy? I’ve got you covered! These are all my tips for the best air fryer chicken wings.

• Pat the Wings Dry: Patting the wings dry with a paper towel before adding your seasonings will help them get ultra crispy in the air fryer.
• Season to Taste: Feel free to adjust the seasonings you use according to your tastes. If you want milder wings, use less cayenne pepper. If you want spicier wings, add a little extra.
• Don’t Crowd the Air Fryer Basket: Work in batches if your air fryer isn’t big enough to fit all the wings with ample room. If they’re crowding or overlapping, they won’t cook as evenly or get as crispy.
• Flip the Wings: Speaking of evenly cooked, crispy wings, don’t forget to flip them about halfway through the cooking process.

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

These wings are easy to store and reheat later so you can make a double batch for meal prep. They’ll last for up to 3 days if kept in an airtight container in the fridge. To reheat them, place them in a 350°F air fryer for 5 minutes. Then, raise the temperature to 390°F and cook for a few more minutes, until crispy.

Can I Freeze Chicken Wings?

Yes! These freezer-friendly chicken wings are amazing for long-term meal prep.

First, place the cooled chicken wings  in a single layer on a cookie sheet and freeze them for 30 minutes. Then, transfer the wings to an airtight container or freezer bags and store them for up to 2 months. Thaw out frozen chicken wings in the fridge before reheating.

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Keto Chicken Wings

These Keto Chicken Wings come together in just 30 minutes in the air fryer! Seasoned with garlic powder, cayenne pepper and more, this recipe produces perfectly crispy chicken wings with minimal effort. 

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer chicken, chicken wings, keto chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 22 minutes

Total Time 32 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 169 kcal

Author Kelly

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken wings flats and drumettes separated
• 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
• 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt kosher salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper or smoked paprika
• freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat to 390°F, as needed.
2. Pat the wings dry on both sides with paper towels. Drizzle with oil then sprinkle evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne (or smoked paprika).
3. Working in batches (depending on the size of your air fryer), place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowding or overlapping.
4. Cook at 390°F for 12 minutes, then remove the basket and use tongs to flip the wings. Cook again for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown or to desired crispiness.
5. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with coarse salt, chopped fresh parsley and serve with desired sauce and veggies

Nutrition Facts

Keto Chicken Wings

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 169 Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 13g 20%

Total Carbohydrates 1g 0%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 1g

Protein 11g 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.