Red Pepper Chimichurri Wings
Red Pepper Chimichurri Wings
Ingredients
For the Wings
- 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings, pat dry
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning blend, (such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Red Pepper Chimichurri Sauce
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained, from a jar
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
Instructions
- 1
In a large metal bowl, combine the patted dry chicken wings with the cornstarch and all-purpose seasoning blend. Mix thoroughly by hand until all wings are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet. Transfer the rack with the wings to the refrigerator, uncovered, and allow them to dry out overnight (or for at least 8 hours). This step is crucial for extra crispy wings.
⏱️ 480 min
- 3
The next day, prepare the Red Pepper Chimichurri Sauce. In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh cilantro, roasted red peppers, garlic cloves, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Pulse the mixture a few times until it forms a chunky but blended sauce. Do not over-process; a little texture is desirable.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Drizzle the dried chicken wings with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss gently to coat.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 5
Place the seasoned and oiled wings into the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. Cook in batches if necessary. Air fry for 10 minutes.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400
- 6
After 10 minutes, open the air fryer, and using tongs, flip each wing. Continue to air fry for another 10-15 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown, extra crispy, and cooked through.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Transfer the hot, air-fried wings to a clean mixing bowl. Add a generous amount of the prepared Red Pepper Chimichurri Sauce and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Toss the wings thoroughly to ensure they are fully coated with both the chimichurri sauce and the Parmesan cheese.
⏱️ 5 min
- 8
Serve the Red Pepper Chimichurri Wings immediately, with extra grated Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Red Pepper Chimichurri Wings
For the Wings
- 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings, pat dry
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning blend, (such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Red Pepper Chimichurri Sauce
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained, from a jar
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
Instructions
- 1
In a large metal bowl, combine the patted dry chicken wings with the cornstarch and all-purpose seasoning blend. Mix thoroughly by hand until all wings are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet. Transfer the rack with the wings to the refrigerator, uncovered, and allow them to dry out overnight (or for at least 8 hours). This step is crucial for extra crispy wings.
⏱️ 480 min - 3
The next day, prepare the Red Pepper Chimichurri Sauce. In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh cilantro, roasted red peppers, garlic cloves, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Pulse the mixture a few times until it forms a chunky but blended sauce. Do not over-process; a little texture is desirable.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Drizzle the dried chicken wings with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss gently to coat.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 5
Place the seasoned and oiled wings into the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. Cook in batches if necessary. Air fry for 10 minutes.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400 - 6
After 10 minutes, open the air fryer, and using tongs, flip each wing. Continue to air fry for another 10-15 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown, extra crispy, and cooked through.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Transfer the hot, air-fried wings to a clean mixing bowl. Add a generous amount of the prepared Red Pepper Chimichurri Sauce and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Toss the wings thoroughly to ensure they are fully coated with both the chimichurri sauce and the Parmesan cheese.
⏱️ 5 min - 8
Serve the Red Pepper Chimichurri Wings immediately, with extra grated Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.