There's nothing quite like the irresistible combination of crispy chicken wings and cool, creamy ranch dip. This dish delivers all the flavor and crunch you crave, without the hassle of deep frying.
Thanks to the magic of the air fryer, you can make these wings at home with a crispy outer coating and tender, juicy meat inside. The homemade ranch dip takes it over the top with fresh herb flavors.
Ingredients:
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1⁄2 tsp black pepper
- 1⁄2 tsp garlic powder
- 1⁄2 tsp smoked paprika
For the Ranch Dip:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
- 1⁄4 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1⁄2 tsp garlic powder
- 1⁄2 tsp onion powder
- 1⁄4 tsp salt
- 1⁄4 tsp pepper
Instructions:
1. Pat the chicken wings dry and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat the wings evenly.
2. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, taking care not to overcrowd. You may need to work in batches.
3. Air fry the wings at 380°F for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway, until the wings are crispy and cooked through.
4. While the wings are cooking, make the ranch dip. In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, parsley, dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
5. Transfer the hot wings to a serving plate and let cool slightly. Serve with the cold ranch dip on the side for dipping. Enjoy!
Pro Tips:
- For extra crispy wings, spray or brush the wings lightly with oil before air frying.
- Flip and rotate the wings halfway for even browning.
- Let the wings rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Make an extra batch of the ranch for leftovers! It keeps well for dipping carrot sticks or on salads.
With tender meat, a crispy exterior, and that addictive ranch flavor, these air fryer wings with homemade ranch are sure to become a new family favorite! Easy enough for a weeknight meal but also perfect for game day gatherings.