If you love fried chicken wings but want a healthier option, these Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are for you! I love the crispy texture and delicious citrus flavor almost as much as I love knowing they are better for me to eat!
Be sure to use a meat thermometer to test the internal temperature of the wings.
Crew Review: We loved these wings! This recipe is probably one of the most popular we’ve ever tried.
Tips: Check the lemon pepper seasoning label to make sure it contains only lemon and pepper. Many lemon pepper seasonings have a lot of sodium.
Add more flavor with more garlic powder, lemon pepper, cayenne, or smoked paprika. These seasonings do not contain sodium.
LEMON PEPPER CHICKEN WINGS
Ingredients
1 pound chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
1 tablespoon olive oil (or your preferred oil)
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons lemon pepper
dash of cayenne or smoked paprika
Directions
■ Wash your hands with soap and water.
■ Thoroughly pat dry the chicken wings with paper towels and place in a mixing bowl. Do not rinse raw chicken. Throw away the paper towels immediately after use.
■ Wash your hands with soap and water after touching raw chicken.
■ Evenly coat the chicken with a tablespoon of oil, and then sprinkle with seasonings.
■ Wash your hands with soap and water after touching raw chicken—every time.
■ Preheat your air fryer if your instructions tell you to do so. The additional few minutes will allow the chicken to marinate in the seasoning.
■ Place the chicken in your air fryer basket, spacing evenly.
■ Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 minutes per side, or until chicken wings are crisp and golden brown with an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Measure the temperature with a food thermometer at the thickest part of the chicken, but not touching the bone.
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