Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings that are perfectly crispy on the outside, while tender and juicy on the inside. Seasoned with just the right amount of lemon pepper seasoning, lemon zest, garlic, pink sea salt and black pepper. Topped with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for that last zesty kick.

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

These Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings are so flavorful, perfectly crispy on the outside while tender and juicy on the inside. Seasoned with just the right amount of lemon pepper seasoning, lemon zest, garlic, pink sea salt and black pepper. Best appetizer for any special occasion. Dinner parties, birthday parties, holidays, and game day. We love serving these on the Super Bowl Sunday! These wings are so easy and simple to make. No air fryer? No problem. They can easily be baked in a traditional oven too!

Ingredients needed to make Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings:

• Chicken Wings– I like to use both drums and flats.
• Lemon Pepper Seasoning– This is what will give these wings all the flavors!
• Lemon Zest– A boost of flavor and adds depth.
• Spices– Pink sea salt and black pepper.
• Garlic Cloves– Fresh garlic is best for flavor but you can also use garlic powder.
• Avocado Oil– For cooking.
• Tapioca Flour– Gives the wings a nice coating and helps make them crispy.
• Fresh Lemon Juice– Add depth to the flavors.

Equipment needed to make Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings:

• Air Fryer– Traditional oven can be used if you don’t have one.
• Large Mixing Bowl– To mix and prep the wings.
• Tongs– For tossing.

How to make Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings:

• Step 1– Place chicken wings in a large mixing bowl and dab dry. Mince garlic cloves and zest lemon enough to make 1 tbsp. 
• Step 2– Add avocado oil to chicken wings and give them a toss. Then add lemon pepper seasoning, minced garlic, lemon zest, pink sea salt, black pepper and give the wings a good toss again making sure wings are well coated with the seasonings. 

• Step 3– Sprinkle tapioca flour over seasoned wings and toss them once again until well coated with the flour. 
• Step 4– Use tongs to genlty place each wing in air fryer basket. Don’t over fill basket with wings. Depending on how big your air fryer basket you will probably have to cook in batches. You want to leave enough space between each wings. Like 1/2-1 inch of space. 

• Step 5– Place air fryer in air fry mode and turn temperature to 400 degrees F. Air fry for 12 minutes. Open air fryer basket and flip wings over. Air fry wings for another 8 minutes. 
• Step 6– Remove chicken wings from the air fryer and place on serving platter. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over wings and serve. Enjoy!

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Don’t over fill air fryer basket with wings– Depending on how big your air fryer basket you will probably have to cook in batches. You want to leave enough space between each wings. Like 1/2-1 inch of space. 
2. Don’t skip on using the flour- the starch from the tapioca flour is what makes these wings nice and crispy.
3. Substitute for tapioca flour- arrowroot flour works just as well while keeping the wings gluten-free.
4. Substitute for avocado oil- unrefined coconut oil is great too. Olive oil can be used as well.
5. No air fryer? No problem- you can use a traditional oven and bake these wings instead if you don’t have an air fryer. Preheat oven at 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper. Lay prepped wings on prepped sheet pan and bake for 25 minutes. Flipping half way through baking.

How to serve Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings with:

I really like serving my Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings with ranch dressing or blue cheese. They are always a crowd pleaser when served with these side dressings. I also always serve them with a side of carrot and celery sticks for a nice garnish.

What to serve Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings with:

• Baked Sweet Potato Fries
• Garlic Parmesan Parsnip Fries
• Oven Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes (With Herbed Butter)
• Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
• Air Fryer Sweet Potato Home Fries
• Corn On the Cob
• Grilled Summer Veggies
• Beet Potato Salad
• Classic Macaroni Salad (Gluten-Free)
• Cucumber Herb Salad

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings FAQ’s:

Can these wings be baked in a traditional oven?

If you don’t have an air fryer, that’s not a problem. These wings can certainly be baked in a traditional oven as well. Preheat oven at 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper. Lay prepped wings on prepped sheet pan and bake for 25 minutes. Flipping half way through baking.

Why are my wings not crispy in the air fryer?

For your wings to get crispy in the air fryer, the air needs to circulate around them. You want to make sure that the wings are not crowded and that there is enough space between them. This will allow the air to circulate around them making the wings crispy. Air fry your wings in batches if you need to.

Should I flour my wings before air frying?

Yes. Coating your wings with flour will allow them to get even more crispy as they air fry.

Storing and Reheating Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings:

Place any leftover Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings in an airtight container. Keep refrigerated for up to 3-4 days. Reheat by placing back in the air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 4-6 minutes. You can also reheat in the microwave but the wings won’t be as crispy.

Did you like this Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings recipe? You may also like these other chicken wing recipes:

• Honey-Lime Sriracha Chicken Wings

Looking for more Air Fryer recipes? Check these other recipes out:

• Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
• Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Cod

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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings that are perfectly crispy on the outside, while tender and juicy on the inside. Seasoned with just the right amount of lemon pepper seasoning, lemon zest, garlic, pink sea salt and black pepper. Topped with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for that last zesty kick. 

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 18 wings

Calories 42 kcal

Author Angelica Arias

Ingredients

• 1-1.5 lb chicken wings
• 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1/2 tsp pink sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 2 tbsp tapioca flour
• squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Place chicken wings in a large mixing bowl and dab dry. Mince garlic cloves and zest lemon enough to make 1 tbsp.

2. Add avocado oil to chicken wings and give them a toss. Then add lemon pepper seasoning, minced garlic, lemon zest, pink sea salt, black pepper and give the wings a good toss again making sure wings are well coated with the seasonings.

3. Sprinkle tapioca flour over seasoned wings and toss them once again until well coated with the flour.

4. Use tongs to genlty place each wing in air fryer basket. Don't over fill basket with wings. Depending on how big your air fryer basket you will probably have to cook in batches. You want to leave enough space between each wings. Like 1/2-1 inch of space.

5. Place air fryer in air fry mode and turn temperature to 400 degrees F. Air fry for 12 minutes. Open air fryer basket and flip wings over. Air fry wings for another 8 minutes.

6. Remove chicken wings from the air fryer and place on serving platter. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over wings and serve. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Don’t over fill air fryer basket with wings– Depending on how big your air fryer basket you will probably have to cook in batches. You want to leave enough space between each wings. Like 1/2-1 inch of space. 
2. Don’t skip on using the flour- the starch from the tapioca flour is what makes these wings nice and crispy.
3. Substitute for tapioca flour- arrowroot flour works just as well while keeping the wings gluten-free.
4. Substitute for avocado oil- unrefined coconut oil is great too. Olive oil can be used as well.
5. No air fryer? No problem- you can use a traditional oven and bake these wings instead if you don’t have an air fryer. Preheat oven at 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper. Lay prepped wings on prepped sheet pan and bake for 25 minutes. Flipping half way through baking.

Nutrition Facts

Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings

Amount per Serving

Calories

42

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

3

g

5

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Trans Fat

 

0.03

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Cholesterol

 

10

mg

3

%

Sodium

 

75

mg

3

%

Potassium

 

28

mg

1

%

Carbohydrates

 

1

g

0

%

Fiber

 

0.1

g

0

%

Sugar

 

0.02

g

0

%

Protein

 

3

g

6

%

Vitamin A

 

22

IU

0

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

4

mg

0

%

Iron

 

0.2

mg

1

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.

**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used. 

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