Easy Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings (Air Fryer or Oven)

Ingredients

• 2 lbsChicken party wings (drumettes and flats)
• 1 tbspOlive oil
• 1 tspBaking powder (aluminum-free)
• 0.5 tspSalt
• 2 tbspLemon pepper seasoning
• 1 wholeFresh lemon wedges
• 2 tbspFresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your cooking appliance. If using an air fryer, preheat to 380F (195C) for 5 minutes. If using an oven, preheat to 400F (200C) and line a baking sheet with foil, then place an oven-safe wire rack on top.

   ⏱ 5 min
2. 2

   Thoroughly pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness. Place the dried wings in a large mixing bowl.

   ⏱ 3 min
3. 3

   Add olive oil, baking powder, and salt to the bowl with the wings. Toss vigorously to ensure every wing is evenly coated. The baking powder helps to draw moisture out of the skin, making it extra crispy.

   ⏱ 2 min
4. 4

   Sprinkle the lemon pepper seasoning over the coated wings. Toss again until all wings are well covered with the seasoning.

   ⏱ 2 min
5. 5

   For Air Fryer: Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches. Cook for 25-30 minutes, shaking the basket every 7-8 minutes, until the wings are golden brown and crispy with an internal temperature of 165F (74C).

   ⏱ 30 min
6. 6

   For Oven: Place the seasoned wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until they are golden brown, crispy, and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165F (74C). For extra crispiness, you can broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.

   ⏱ 35 min
7. 7

   Transfer the crispy wings to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

   ⏱ 1 min