Lemon Pepper Wings
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If you love lemon pepper seasoning, these air fryer wings are for you. A dry rub with lemon pepper and garlic powder creates a zesty, savory flavor. A butter toss helps the lemon zest and juice stick for a bright finish; recipe here.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 teaspoon baking powder per pound
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt (go light, lemon pepper seasoning already has salt)
For finishing:
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- zest 1 lemon
- Fresh lemon juice
Steps
- 01Pat wings dry. Toss with baking powder, lemon pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
- 02Ready for the air fryer.
- 03As soon as they come out, toss with melted butter, lemon zest, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Lemon pepper wings are a dry rub wing, not a sauced wing. The butter toss at the end isn't a sauce, it's a vehicle for the fresh lemon zest and juice to stick. The seasoning does the work during cooking, the butter-lemon finish brightens everything at the end. This is an Atlanta wing shop staple.
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How to Air Fry It
- 01Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- 02Prepare chicken wings and season as desired.
- 03Place in basket in a single layer.
- 04Cook for 24 minutes total.
- 05Flip or shake halfway through cooking.
- 06Check for doneness and serve immediately.
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Pairs well
Meal Prep
Stores 4 days refrigerated. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 4-5 minutes.
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