Parmesan & Herb-Crusted Chicken Wings

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.

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Parmesan & Herb-Crusted Chicken Wings

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Prep Time 30 mins Cook Time 20 mins Rest Time 30 mins Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Difficulty: Intermediate Cooking Temp: 180  C Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: £ 10 Calories: Approximately 480 per serving Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Author: Lee - Smoke & Sear Cooking Method: Ninja Woodfire Grill Cuisine: American BBQ Courses: Dinner, Snacks Recipe Keys: Party Pleaser Quick Cook

Ingredients

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For the Wings:

• 1 Kg Chicken wings (Split into drumettes and flats)

For the Marinade:

• 2 Tbsp Olive oil
• 1 Tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 Tsp Garlic paste (Instead of fresh cloves)
• 1 Tsp Smoked paprika
• Pinch Salt (To taste)
• Pinch Black pepper (To taste)

For the Coating:

• 1 Cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 Cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 Tsp Dried oregano
• 1 Tsp Garlic powder
• 1 Tbsp Chopped parsley (Optional)

For the Garlic Butter Drizzle:

• 60 Grams Unsalted butter (4 tbsp)
• 1 Tsp Garlic paste (Instead of minced garlic)
• 2 Tbsp Grated Parmesan
• 2 Tsp Lemon juice

For Garnish::

• 1 Bunch Fresh parsley (Chopped)
• 1 Tsp Lemon zest
• 2 Tbsp Parmesan shavings

Instructions

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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).

5. 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.

6. 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.

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