Air-Fryer Lemon-Pepper Chicken Wings
These Air-Fryer Lemon-Pepper Chicken Wings are crispy, tangy, and bursting with zesty, peppery flavor—perfect for a quick snack or crowd-pleasing meal!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground for best flavor
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- fresh parsley for garnish, chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Wings
- Pat your chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Separate whole wings into drumettes and flats if needed for easier cooking and eating.
Step 2: Make the Lemon-Pepper Marinade
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Whisk until well blended and fragrant.
Step 3: Coat the Wings
- Add the chicken wings to the marinade bowl and toss gently but thoroughly to coat every piece evenly. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Step 4: Preheat the Air Fryer
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for about 5 minutes to help wings cook evenly and get crispy.
Step 5: Air Fry the Wings
- Place wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook for 25-30 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking and browning.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Transfer cooked wings to a serving plate. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Paper Towels
Notes
- Pat wings dry twice for extra crispiness before marinating.
- Add extra lemon zest or juice for a more intense lemon flavor.
- Cook wings in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
- Use freshly ground black pepper for sharper flavor.
- Rest wings a few minutes after cooking to lock in juiciness.