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Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings, Butter Glaze

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Crispy Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings, coated in a zesty butter glaze. Tangy, buttery crunch, ready in <30 mins for any snack or game day!
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken wings split into flats and drumettes (fresh or thawed)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder not baking soda
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels for approximately 5 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  2. Combine baking powder, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add the wings and toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and allow it to warm up for about 3 minutes.
  4. Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring no overlapping. Cook in batches if necessary to prevent steaming.
  5. Air fry the wings for 25-28 minutes, flipping halfway through (around 12 minutes) for even cooking. Cook until golden brown and crispy.
  6. While the wings cook, melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Stir in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and hot sauce (if using), then keep the mixture warm.
  7. Transfer the cooked wings to a large bowl, then pour the zesty butter glaze over them. Toss gently until each wing is coated.
  8. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the wings for garnish, and serve immediately for optimal crunch and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 26gFat: 22g

Notes

Ingredient Variation: I often adjust the hot sauce in the glaze based on my mood, sometimes I omit it entirely for a pure lemon butter experience, or I might even add a tiny pinch of dried oregano