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Quick Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Chicken Wings

A tantalizing dish featuring crispy chicken wings with zesty lemon and pepper flavors, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Chicken Wings

  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings Fresh or frozen, pat dry before seasoning.

Lemon Zest

  • 1 medium Lemon Zest Zest of one lemon for flavor.

Lemon Juice

  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.

Black Pepper

  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for better taste.

Garlic Powder

  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances savory flavor.

Salt

  • 1 teaspoon Salt To enhance flavors.

Olive Oil

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For crispiness in the air fryer.

Cooking Spray

  • Cooking Spray To prevent sticking in the air fryer.

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • 2. Rinse chicken wings under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • 3. In a large bowl, combine chicken wings with salt, black pepper, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, and olive oil. Mix thoroughly.
  • 4. Let the wings marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  • 5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange wings in a single layer.
  • 6. Cook wings for 25-30 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  • 7. Ensure wings reach a deep golden color and an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
  • 8. Let wings rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • 9. Serve hot, garnished with lemon zest or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

For variations, consider adding cayenne pepper for heat or honey for sweetness.