These Crispy Air Fryer Turkey Wings are perfectly seasoned and ready in no time. Pair these with your favorite side dishes for weeknight dinner, Thanksgiving, holidays, and more.
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Where to Buy Turkey Wings
Some standard grocers will keep brands like Butterball and Jenni-O on hand year round. Many retailers only carry them seasonally around fall. A local butcher is usually really helpful.
Do You Use Whole Wings or Split?
This is up to you. Split wings (split into drums and flats) will cook at a more even temperature. This is also better for even browning of the skin.
The wing is is made up of 3 parts: the drumette, the wingette, and the wing tip. The drumette looks like a small drumstick and usually has more meat. It’s mostly dark meat, is slightly juicier than the wingette.
The wingette is often called the flat, is the middle section that is made of two bones running horizontally through the middle of it with meat in the middle. Because it’s thinner, this part normally crisps up easier when cooking them with the thicker drumette portions.
The wing tip doesn’t have much flavor, but you can save it if you plan to make homemade broth.
You can separate the wings yourself by cutting at the elbow joint to separate the drum from the wingette. From there you can remove the wing tip to display a flat if you wish.
How to Cook Air Fryer Turkey Wings
Detailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Pat the wings dry and rub both sides with olive oil and spices.
- Place the wings in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry.
Air Fryer Temperature
I use 370 degrees.
Cook Time/How Long to Cook
Cook the wings for 35 for 40 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees. Use a meat thermometer.
How to Tell When the Turkey is Done
You will need to use a meat thermometer. Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of one the turkey wings. According to the USDA, Poultry must be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Texture
The texture is a lot similar to fried chicken wings. These have crispy skin. If you are looking for wings that fall off the bone, try my Baked Turkey Wings or Smothered Turkey Wings recipes.
More Ideas on How to Season Them
- Homemade BBQ Seasoning and Rub
- Homemade Blackened Seasoning
- Homemade Ranch Seasoning
- Cajun Seasoning
- Lemon Pepper Seasoning
Can You Use Turkey Legs or Drumsticks?
Yes. Turkey legs will follow a similar cook time and at the same temperature.
Can You Use Chicken Wings?
Check out my Air Fryer Chicken Wings recipe.
How to Store Them
Cooked wings can be stored in the fridge tightly covered for 3-4 days.
Freezer Tips
You can freeze leftover wings tightly covered and sealed. For best taste, they will last up to 3 months. Defrost the wings overnight in the fridge and reheat.
What to Pair with the Wings
Air Fryer French FriesAir Fryer Sweet Potato FriesRoasted Ranch PotatoesAir Fryer Onion RingsCornbread CasseroleAir Fryer Crab LegsAir Fryer Lamb ChopsGrand Marnier Cranberry SauceAir Fryer Brats
Turkey Wings and Legs Recipes
Baked Turkey LegsAir Fryer Turkey LegsStuffed Turkey LegsSlow Cooker Turkey Legs
More Turkey Recipes
Air Fryer Turkey BreastTraeger Smoked TurkeyCajun Spiced Roasted TurkeyLeftover Turkey ChiliLeftover Turkey NachosLeftover Turkey Wild Rice SoupTurkey Bone Broth RecipeInstant Pot Turkey BreastTurkey and Cheese Sliders
Pair these with our Turkey Graving From Drippings recipe.
