Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings
Bright, crispy, and perfect for summer snacking—no fryer needed.
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Crispy air-fryer wings are classic summer finger food, and with Shawhan Farms Lemon Pepper Parmesan, they’re light, tangy, and irresistibly snackable. They’re also budget-friendly. Try this versatile topper on cauliflower, shrimp, or tofu for a bright plant-based twist.
Ingredients
• 2 lbs chicken wings, split
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1½ tsp Lemon Pepper Parm
• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
• Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
• Optional dips: ranch, yogurt-herb, or hot honey drizzle
Instructions
Air Fryer Method
1. Pat wings dry; toss with oil, seasoning, garlic powder, and lemon zest.
2. Preheat air fryer to 380 °F.
3. Arrange wings in a single layer; cook 20–22 min, turning halfway, until crisp.
4. Let rest 3 min, then serve with dips or glaze.
Oven Method
1. Preheat oven to 425 °F; line a rimmed baking sheet with foil + wire rack.
2. Toss wings with oil, seasoning, garlic powder; arrange on rack.
3. Bake 40–45 min, flipping halfway, until crisp and juices run clear.
4. Add zest just before serving.
Dip Pairings – Quick Recipes
• Lemon Ranch: ½ cup sour cream + 1 tbsp mayo + juice of ½ lemon + 1 tsp dried dill.
• Greek Yogurt Herb: ½ cup plain Greek yogurt + chopped parsley + garlic + splash of olive oil.
• Truffle Parm Aioli: ¼ cup mayo + 1 tsp lemon juice + 1 clove grated garlic + our Truffle Parmesan to taste.
• Hot Honey Drizzle: 2 tbsp honey warmed with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Suggested Pairings
• Crunchy slaw with mint & lime
• Grilled corn & cherry tomato skewers
• Sliced citrus & melon
• Cold iced tea or sparkling lemonade
Tip:
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—this helps wings crisp evenly. Here are more ways to maximize your air fryer:
→ Air Fryer Tips from Allrecipes
Check out this great twist on air fryer veggies using our Shawhan Farms Fajita Seasoning:
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