When it comes to wings, these Parmesan & herb-crusted beauties are top-tier. Juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and loaded with bold flavours thanks to the magic combo of smoky paprika, garlic, and Parmesan. The Ninja Woodfire’s air-fry mode crisps them up perfectly, while a drizzle of warm garlic butter takes things to the next level.
Parmesan & Herb-Crusted Chicken Wings
Ingredients
For the Wings:
For the Marinade:
For the Coating:
For the Garlic Butter Drizzle:
For Garnish::
Instructions
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Marinate the Wings:
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic paste, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss the chicken wings in the marinade until evenly coated.
- Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, but if you can, let them soak up that flavour for 12 hours in the fridge.
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Prep the Coating:
- In a separate bowl, combine Parmesan, panko, oregano, garlic powder, and parsley.
- Remove the wings from the marinade, letting any excess drip off.
- Coat each wing in the Parmesan-panko mix, pressing firmly to get an even crust.
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Fire Up the Ninja Woodfire:
- Preheat the Ninja Woodfire Grill to 180°C using the air-fry function.
- Throw in a handful of fruity wood pellets (apple or cherry works great) for a subtle smoky punch.
- Lay the wings in a single layer—don’t overcrowd them, or they won’t crisp properly.
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Cook the Wings:
Air-fry for 18 minutes, flipping halfway through. You’re aiming for crispy, golden perfection with an internal temp of 74°C (165°F).
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Make the Garlic Butter Drizzle:
- As the wings cook, melt the butter over low heat in a small pan.
- Stir in garlic paste, Parmesan, and lemon juice. Let it simmer gently for 1-2 minutes until it smells like heaven.
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Serve & Garnish:
- Drizzle the warm garlic butter all over the crispy wings.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and extra Parmesan shavings.
Equipment
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Note
Pro Tip: Pair these wings with a side of ranch or blue cheese dip and some charred lemon wedges to squeeze over the top.
Leftovers: If by some miracle you have any left, reheat them in the Ninja Woodfire for 5-7 minutes to revive that crispy coating.
