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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

A pile of golden brown, crispy Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings served on a white plate near a window.
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Make crispy, zesty lemon pepper chicken wings using your air fryer. This recipe delivers flavor without deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. This step is key for crispiness.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the dried wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
  4. Air fry at 380°F (195°C) for 15 minutes.
  5. Flip the wings and continue to air fry at 400°F (200°C) for another 8 to 10 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
  6. While the wings finish cooking, prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, lemon pepper seasoning, and fresh lemon juice.
  7. Transfer the hot, crispy wings to a clean bowl. Pour the lemon pepper butter mixture over the wings and toss gently until every piece is coated.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skin, let the seasoned wings rest in the refrigerator, uncovered, for at least one hour before cooking.
  • If you prefer a drier coating, toss the cooked wings with the seasoning mix instead of the melted butter sauce.
  • Adjust the air fryer temperature slightly based on your specific model for best results.

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