Tree Nut Free Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings
Crispy, golden, and bursting with bright citrus flavor, these air fryer wings are the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast at any gathering. The secret to that shatteringly crisp skin is a light coating of baking powder before they hit the air fryer — no deep-frying, no mess, just serious crunch. A simple pan sauce of melted butter, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and coarsely ground black pepper gets tossed over the hot wings right before serving, delivering that punchy, tangy finish in every bite. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, wings can be a surprisingly tricky order at restaurants where shared fryers and mystery seasonings are the norm — making this at home puts you fully in control of every ingredient. The whole recipe relies on clean, straightforward pantry staples with zero hidden nut-based oils or blended spice mixes to second-guess. A garnish of fresh parsley and a few lemon wedges on the side makes the platter look as good as it tastes. Whether you're cooking for a game day spread or just a weeknight craving, these wings deliver restaurant-level results without any of the stress.
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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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