Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture—this is key to getting that perfect crispy texture. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Add the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the wings. Toss well until every piece is evenly coated.

Spoon the harissa paste into the bowl and mix again. The oil helps the harissa spread evenly, so each wing gets that beautiful deep-red coating.

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and cooked through.

Transfer the hot wings to a serving platter. You can brush them with a little extra harissa for more heat or serve them with cooling yogurt or ranch on the side.