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Photo of Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings on a black plate with a lemon wedge in the middle and lemon zest

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

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Air fryer lemon pepper wings are made by seasoning chicken wings with a simple lemon pepper dry rub and cooking them at a high temperature until the skin turns golden and crisp. This recipe uses baking powder and a single-layer cooking method to help the wings cook evenly and develop a crunchy exterior without frying.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 621 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 10 Chicken Wings party wing size, around 1.25 lbs
  • 1½ tsp Yellow Mustard
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Adobo Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • ½ tbsp Lemon Pepper Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tbsp Light Olive Oil or any oil with a high smoke-point
  • Salt to Taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the basket of your air fryer for 5 minutes at 400°F (205°C). Pat the wings completely dry using a paper towel to remove excess moisture,  this is essential for crispy skin.
  • Place the wings in a large bowl or plastic bag. Add mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, adobo, smoked paprika, lemon pepper seasoning, kosher salt, baking powder, and olive oil. Toss until every wing is evenly coated in the dry rub.
  • Arrange wings in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, leaving space between them. Cook at 400°F (205°C) for about 20–24 minutes total, flipping halfway through. Cooking time will depend on the size of your air fryer, but aim for deeply golden and crisp wings.
  • Transfer wings to a serving platter, garnish with lemon zest or a few dashes of extra lemon pepper seasoning, and repeat with remaining wings if cooking in batches. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Tips for Cooking Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings in the Air Fryer
  • Pat Dry: Always remove excess moisture with a paper towel before seasoning.
  • Season Generously: Trust your instincts. If your wings are larger, add a little bit more seasoning.
  • Don’t Overcrowd: Cook wings in a single layer, leave space between each wing. Crowding the air fryer basket prevents airflow and ruins crispiness.
  • Flip Halfway: Turning wings during the cooking process ensures even browning and a crispy exterior on all sides.
  • Make-Ahead Tips: You can season the wings up to 12 hours ahead and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Air fry just before serving for best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 621kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 45gFat: 46gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 856mgPotassium: 470mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 857IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 399mgIron: 4mg
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