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Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings


Prep Time :5 minutes mins
Cook Time :30 minutes mins
Total Time :35 minutes mins
Servings :8
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Published: Jan 31, 2024 · Modified: Oct 13, 2024 by Melanie Cagle · Leave a Comment

Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings are the perfect game day food, they're easy to prepare, take no time to make and everyone absolutely loves them. Crispy outside while still nice and soft and moist inside. The ranch flavor on the skin is out of this world.

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Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings
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As mentioned before game day, Superbowl time, parties in general, chicken wings are the perfect go-to as an option for the party table.

You could make a huge plate of these wings with some dip and celery sticks and you wouldn't even need to make anything else. Everyone will eat so many wings because they're so good....

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  • What makes this recipe so yummy
  • Groceries you'll need: Ingredients
  • Recipe walkthrough: Instructions
  • Recipe variations and substitute ideas
  • Necessary gear: Equipment
  • More air fryer recipes you might like
  • How to store leftovers
  • Mel's kitchen notes
  • Frequently asked questions: FAQs
  • Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings
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What makes this recipe so yummy

  • It's quick, easy and fuss free.
  • Using an air fryer is a healthier alternative to frying and makes the best wings.
  • They taste like they've been in the deep fryer.

Groceries you'll need: Ingredients

A bowl of chicken flats and wingettes with some ranch seasoning and creole seasoning.
  • Chicken Wings (flats and drumettes)
  • Ranch Seasoning Mix
  • Creole Seasoning

See recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.

Recipe walkthrough: Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe steps. For more detailed instructions visit the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

A shot of some air fryer ranch chicken wings in an air fryer basket.
  • Step 1: Preheat the air fryer to 360°F.
  • Step 2: Pat the wings dry with some paper towel then season with the Creole Seasoning.
  • Step 3: Toss ¾ of the ranch dressing all over the wings and make sure they're all evenly coated with this dry rub. Get your hands into the mixing bowl there if you need to.
  • Step 4: Spray the air fryer basket of the air fryer, position the wings in a single layer and cook for 20 minutes. The cooking time might vary depending on your air fryer.
  • Step 5: Flip the wings and turn up the air fryer to 400°F. Cook for a further 10 minutes. Internal temperature should be 165°F.
  • Step 6: Remove from the air fryer (they'll be a nice golden brown) and sprinkle the remaining ranch dressing all over.
  • Step 7: Serve with a ranch dip (or your favorite sauce) and celery sticks.

Hint: I like to let the Creole seasoning sit on the chicken wings first for a while and warm up to room temperature first. (30 minutes). Then add the Ranch seasoning before putting in the air fryer.
You may need to fry in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.

Recipe variations and substitute ideas

  • Different dip options - Instead of ranch sauce you could try one of the following:
    • Spicy buffalo sauce
    • BBQ Sauce
    • Blue cheese dressing
    • Lemon Pepper
    • Hot Sauce
  • Baking Powder - add a touch of baking powder for some added crispness.
  • Green Onions - add some chopped green onion (for decoration).
  • Garlic Powder - add a touch of garlic powder if you like a more garlicky flavor.
  • Onion Powder - as above.
  • Homemade Ranch Seasoning - make your own seasoning.
A hand dipping an air fried ranch chicken wing into some dip.

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Necessary gear: Equipment

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The air fryer I use is the Instant Vortex (by the same makers of Instant Pot). I love it and would recommend it to anyone.

This air fryer makes the crispiest wings.

However, you can still make crispy wings in the oven, lay out the wings on a wire rack on a cookie sheet and bake in the oven.

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If you're a fan of chicken you should try this copycat Bojangles Fried Chicken recipe, or this copycat Wingstop Louisiana Rub Recipe!

How to store leftovers

Once the air fryer ranch wings have cooled completely store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

To reheat the wings, allow to warm to room temperature then warm them up in the air fryer again, for best results.

Mel's kitchen notes

Spray the wings with a little cooking spray for some extra crispy chicken wings. You shouldn't need much though as the skin already has extra moisture.

An air fryer basket with some ranch chicken wings cooked inside.

Frequently asked questions: FAQs

How long does it take to cook wings in an air fryer?

It depends on the temperature you set it to. At 360°F like I cook them at they cook in 30 minutes (with a little added hot temp at the end).

Do you put sauce on wings before or after air frying?

Definitely after. Cook the wings to crispy first then add your favorite sauce.

Why are my wings not crispy in the air fryer?

You are probably not setting your air fryer hot enough, or drying the wings properly.


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Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings

Delicious air fryer ranch chicken wings are the best for game day and other get togethers. So easy to coat in a yummy ranch seasoning and air fry to perfection.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Party Food
Author: Melanie Cagle
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Equipment

  • 1 Vortex Air Fryer by Instant

Ingredients

  • 3 Pounds Chicken Wings flats and drumettes
  • 1 (1 Ounce) Packet Ranch Dressing Mix
  • 1 Tablespoon Creole Seasoning

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 360°F.
  • Pat the wings dry with paper towels then evenly sprinkle with the Creole Seasoning.
    3 Pounds Chicken Wings, 1 Tablespoon Creole Seasoning
  • Season with ¾ of the ranch seasoning and make sure the wings are nice and evenly coated all over.
    1 (1 Ounce) Packet Ranch Dressing Mix
  • Spray the basket of the air fryer and lay half of the wings in there. Make sure there is enough room for the hot air to reach all around each wing.
  • Cook for 20 Minutes then flip the wings, increase the heat to 400°F and cook a further 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the air fryer and sprinkle with some more ranch seasoning. Set aside and do the same with the remaining wings.
  • Serve with some ranch dip and celery sticks.

Notes

I like to use the ranch seasoning for cooking with the wings plus sprinkle some more for extra flavor after they have cooked.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 1136kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 59g | Fat: 84g | Saturated Fat: 30g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 47g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 282mg | Sodium: 2030mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g

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