Air Fryer Cotija Garlic Wings w/ jalepeno Crema

Ingredients

Wings

• 2 lbs chicken wings, separated

• 1 tbsp pink garlic powder

• 1 tsp ground ginger

• 1 tsp seasoned salt

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

• 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  

  Jalapeno crema

• 1 large jalapeño, seeds removed and chopped

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

• Juice of 1 lime

• Zest of 1 lime

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the pink garlic powder, ground ginger, seasoned salt, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch. Add the chicken wings and toss until evenly coated.

• Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until the wings are crispy and golden brown.

• While the wings are cooking, combine the chopped jalapeño, sour cream, red onion, lime juice, and lime zest in a small blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

• Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Add the minced garlic and crumbled Cotija cheese, tossing to coat the wings evenly.

• Arrange the wings on a serving platter. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with the creamy jalapeño sauce on the side.