Reheat Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
If you love crispy chicken wings and always seem to have some leftovers, then this guide on how to reheat chicken wings in the air fryer is just what you need. No more soggy chicken ever, thanks to this handy air fryer hack.
Post includes Weight Watchers points.
So you love crispy chicken wings? Me too, me too. These all-time family favorite treats are great for snacking, game day, party appetizers, big gatherings, lunch boxes, or as a weeknight dinner main dish.
Which means you probably always have some leftover in the fridge and want to know the best way to reheat them.
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Easy To Reheat Chicken Wings
Well, you can very easily reheat chicken wings in the air fryer so they come out just as crispy as when first made.
And for more handy air fryer hacks, check out Reheat Pizza In The Air Fryer and Reheat Fried Chicken In The Air Fryer too!
So much deliciousness to make in your air fryer……
Why You’ll Love This
- Quick – Reheating wings in your Air Fryer take less time than it would take to preheat the oven.
- Frugal – Leftovers don’t go to waste. Enjoy them the next day just like you did the first.
- Very crispy – The reheated chicken comes our as crispy as freshly made.
Ingredient Notes
A few notes:
This recipe uses leftover wings that have been breaded. They are being cooked straight from room temperature. No extra oil is needed for this.
Ready to learn the best way to reheat wings in air fryer? Grab those chicken wings and I will show you…
How To Reheat Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
- Preheat Air Fryer to 375F / 190C.
- Place leftover fried chicken wings into the air fryer basket leaving space between them.
- Cook for 5 -7 minutes, giving the basket a shake halfway through.
- Check the internal temperature with a digital meat thermometer for doneness. The meat is done and safe to eat when the internal temperature reaches at least 165F / 74C.
Air fryer temperatures vary depending on the make and model, so use the cooking time as a guide, check for doneness, and adjust accordingly.
Recipe Tips
- Let the chicken come to room temperature for about 20 minutes which will help with crisping up and to ensure that the chicken will be heated all the way through.
- Reheat wings that are similar sized together. That way you end up with meat that has cooked at the same rate.
- If you want the wings crispier, then spray with a tiny amount olive oil a couple of minutes before taking them out.
- Do preheat the Air Fryer before cooking.
Plus….
- While you are reheating the chicken, keep a close watch on it. 5 minutes is an average cooking time, but you may need more or less depending on the size of your chicken pieces.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket. Make sure there is space between the wings so the hot air can circulate and crisp them up.
- If your chicken looks dryish, then spray it with a little water before adding it to the air fryer basket.
Storage
- Store – Leftover fried chicken wings should be placed in an airtight container and refrigerated immediately. They will keep for a maximum of 4 days.
- Reaheat – Do not reheat chicken multiple times. Please only reheat and serve once.
- Freeze – If not eating leftover wings quickly, then double wrap the cooled wings and freeze them for up to 3 months. Reheat them only when you are ready to eat them.
FAQs
Yes, you can reheat fried Chicken Wings in the oven. Allow the chicken to come to room temperature.
Place them on an oven-safe baking rack over a cookie sheet and place it into a preheated 350F / 180C oven.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the pieces are heated through, making sure to turn them halfway through.
Cook times will totally depend on the size of the wings and the temperature. Using a temperature of 375F / 190C, reheating your meat should take about 5-7 minutes.
Always check the internal temperature of your wings using a thermometer. The meat is done and safe to eat when the internal temperature reaches at least 165F / 74C.
Because the air fryer will reheat your meat fresh and crispy, just like the first time you made it.
An air fryer helps reheat the food evenly since the hot air is circulated all around the food.
More Air Fryer Hacks
- Reheating pizza in the Air Fryer.
- Reheating Fried Chicken In The Air Fryer.
- Reheat Steak In Air Fryer.
- Reheat Fried Fish In Air Fryer.
- Reheat Fries In Air Fryer.
- Check out all my How To Reheat Foods In Air Fryer Post.
- Cooking frozen burrito in the Air Fryer.
- Cooking frozen shrimp in the Air Fryer.
- Cooking frozen corn dogs in the Air Fryer.
- Cooking frozen onion rings in the Air Fryer.
- Cooking Frozen Fish in the Air Fryer.
- Air Fryer Whole Chicken.
- Air Fryer Chicken Breast.
- Air Fryer Chicken Thighs.
Serving Suggestions
- Chipotle Aioli.
- Sriracha Aioli.
- Bang Bang Sauce.
- Crispy Potato Wedges.
- Crispy Waffle Fries.
- yum yum sauce.
Weight Watchers Points
There are 8 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
Tools Needed
- An Air Fryer.
- Some handy tongs.
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How To Reheat Chicken Wings In The Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 8 breaded leftover chicken wings
Instructions
- Bring leftover chicken to room temperature.
- Preheat Air Fryer to 375F / 190C.
- Place leftover fried chicken wings into the air fryer basket leaving space between them.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is heated through and has reached 165F / 74C. Then serve and enjoy!
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Notes
- Let the chicken come to room temperature for about 20 minutes which will help with crisping up and to ensure that the chicken will be heated all the way through.
- Reheat wings that are similar sized together. That way you end up with meat that has cooked at the same rate.
- If you want the wings crispier, then spray with a tiny amount of olive oil a couple of minutes before taking them out.
- While you are reheating the chicken, keep a close watch on it. 5 minutes is an average cooking time, but you may need more or less depending on the size of your chicken pieces.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket. Make sure there is space between the wings so the hot air can circulate and crisp them up.
- If your chicken looks dryish, then spray it with a little water before adding it to the air fryer basket.
- Storage – Keep in an airtight container inside the refrigerator for 3 days.
- There are 8 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
