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16) Cajun blackened wings with a lemon wedge

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb chicken wings split and tips removed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges
  • Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving

Method
 

  1. Pat wings dry and toss with olive oil in a bowl until evenly coated.
  2. Mix spices in a small bowl, then sprinkle and rub onto wings until well coated.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange wings in a single layer, not touching.
  4. Cook 10 minutes, flip, then cook another 8–10 minutes until crisp and internal temp reaches 165°F.
  5. Squeeze lemon over wings, serve with extra wedges and dressing if desired.