How To Reheat Chicken Wings In An Air Fryer

Name: How to Reheat Chicken Wings in an Air Fryer
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: Leftover Chicken Wings; Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing (Optional)

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Revive the Flavor! Elevate your leftover game with perfectly crispy and flavorful chicken wings reheated in an air fryer!

Here you will find how to reheat chicken wings in an air fryer, keeping them juicy and crispy in just 5 minutes.

Chicken wings in an air fryer basket after rewarming.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE USING AN AIR FRYER FOR LEFTOVER WINGS

Reheating in an air fryer is the best method to keep the original crispy texture of the wings.
It takes less time than reheating in the oven, and the chicken won’t become dried out.
Reheating in an air fryer is an easy way that creates little to no mess.

The hot air around the food cooks it quickly and evenly, giving it a crisp exterior while maintaining the juicy interior.

HOW TO REHEAT LEFTOVER CHICKEN WINGS IN AN AIR FRYER

Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 375 degrees.

Step 2: Place cooked chicken wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Step 3: Set the timer for 5 minutes. Flip the wings halfway through for the best results so that both sides get crispy

Cajun wings on cutting board with green onions and lemon pieces.

TIPS FOR REHEATING CHICKEN WINGS THE NEXT DAY

Chicken wings are popular all over town, and sometimes you end up with leftover wings. Please don’t throw them out! Take them home and reheat them the next day with this easy method.

It’s best to serve the wings immediately after you reheat them in the air fryer.
Take your wings out of the refrigerator so they come to room temperature before putting them in the air fryer basket.
Be sure to place the wings in a single layer. You may need to reheat your wings in batches.
Put similar size wings together to ensure they rewarm evenly.
Baste the wings with your favorite wing sauce or serve with your favorite a dipping sauce. We love to use this Steakhouse Blue Cheese Dressing.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken is 165 degrees.
This method for reheating wings works with both bone-in and boneless chicken wings.
Be sure to store any leftover wings in an airtight container.

WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE AN AIR FRYER

You can still reheat your chicken wings if you don’t have an air fryer.

Oven: Place chicken pieces in a preheated oven in a single layer on a baking sheet and cook for 10-15 minutes until the wings are heated through.

Stovetop:

For pan-searing, get out a frying pan and lightly grease it with oil or butter over low heat, then add in your chicken pieces one at a time, making sure not to overcrowd your pan too much so that they don’t stick together while cooking.
Cook each side until heated through.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Microwave: If microwaving, use a shallow dish and cover it with damp paper towels. Cook for at most 3 minutes at a time. Refrain from overcooking, or the wings will become dry. You can also place a small amount of liquid, such as water or broth, in the bottom of the pan before heating to help keep moisture during the reheating process.

Chicken wings on a cutting board with celery.

HOW DOES AN AIR FRYER WORK

An air fryer cooks food by blowing hot air around it, giving a convection effect that browns the food making it crispy just like it came out of a hot oil bath. No grease equals a healthier version of almost any food you make in the air fryer.

Are you new to air frying? Check out this helpful guide on how to use an air fryer. Also, check out my Air Fryer Meatloaf recipe for an easy dinner idea!

Air Fryer Meatloaf Recipe- Air Fryer Meatloaf on a white plate with green beans and mashed potatoes

FAQ

How do you reheat chicken wings without drying them out?

The key to reheating chicken wings without drying them out is to reheat quickly and at a high temperature. Whether reheating in an air fryer, on the stovetop or in the oven it must be done quickly.

How do you reheat chicken and keep them crispy?

The best way to reheat chicken wings to keep them crispy is in the air fryer for 4-5 minutes flipping half way through.

How do you reheat chicken wings with a sauce?

To reheat chicken wings with a sauce baste the sauce over the wings before reheating in an air fryer, oven or on the stovetop.

How do you reheat chicken wings on the stove?

To reheat chicken wings on the stove start by preheat your skillet over medium heat. Add the wings in a single layer and flip occasionally. Once heated through, turn off the heat and serve hot.

What’s the best way to store leftover wings?

It’s best to store leftover wings in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.

Two of my favorite sauce recipes for dipping wings

Try this Steakhouse Blue Cheese Dressing or my easy Honey Mustard Dressing.

Honey mustard dressing in a jar with vegetables on a cutting board.

MORE AIR FRYER RECIPES

Whether you’re making game-day snacks like chicken wings and Air Fryer Cheese Sticks or creating mealtime dishes like Air Fryer Baked Potatoes or Air Fryer Boneless Pork Chops, you will be glad you are using your air fryer to make healthy appetizers, side dishes, and main dish items.

Loaded baked potatoes in an air fryer basket.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH DELICIOUS CHICKEN WINGS

At my house, we eat wings as the main event, often with easy salads like Sweet Creamy Cole Slaw, Simple Pesto Potato Salad, or Greek Feta Salad.

WHAT ELSE CAN I REHEAT IN THE AIR FRYER

Don’t forget to use your air fryer to rewarm all types of foods, including:

Pizza
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Pizza Rolls
Shrimp
Twice Baked Potatoes
French Fries
Crab legs
Boneless Wings

Cheese sticks on a plate with one held cut open so that you can see the gooey cheese and pepperoni.

POPULAR WING RECIPES:

We love all kinds of wings, and when we have leftovers, the best way to reheat them is in the air fryer. Our favorite recipes are Honey Bourbon Chicken Wings, Cajun Chicken Wings and Oven Baked Buffalo Wings.