Carrageenan Free Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings
Crispy, golden wings tossed in a bright, buttery lemon pepper sauce — this air fryer recipe is the kind of thing that disappears fast at any gathering. The secret to that satisfying crunch is baking powder in the dry coating, which draws moisture away from the skin so the air fryer can do its thing without any deep-frying required. Store-bought wing sauces and seasoning blends are notorious for sneaking in additives and thickeners you'd rather avoid, so making the sauce from scratch with real butter, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest keeps everything clean and straightforward. Coarsely ground black pepper gives the sauce a bold, slightly rustic bite that pairs perfectly with the citrus tang. A quick toss right out of the air fryer lets every piece get fully coated before the sauce has a chance to cool. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and a few lemon wedges on the side, and you've got a platter that looks as good as it tastes. These wings are proof that simple, whole ingredients are all you really need.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes, tips removed
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For the lemon pepper sauce
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels. In a large mixing bowl, toss the wings with the baking powder, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- 2
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C) for 3 minutes. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space between each piece — work in two batches if needed to avoid crowding.
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