Description
Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings made with the air fryer are a must-try for anyone who loves a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. These wings are not only crispy and delicious but also healthier than traditional fried options, thanks to the air frying technique that requires minimal oil. Perfect for game days, family gatherings, or even a cozy dinner at home, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With easy preparation steps and versatile serving options, these wings can be customized to suit any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 chicken wings (wings and drums separated)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tablespoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- Juice of 1 whole lemon
Instructions
- Pat the chicken wings dry and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add olive oil, lemon pepper, Cajun seasoning, seasoned salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well to coat evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Spray the tray with cooking spray and arrange wings in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flip wings, then cook for an additional 15 minutes until crispy.
- In a separate bowl, melt butter and mix with hot sauce, honey, lemon juice, lemon pepper seasoning, and Cajun seasoning.
- Toss cooked wings in the sauce until fully coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Air frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 wings (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg