Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings (Air Fryer)
Learn how to make crispy hot honey lemon pepper wings in the air fryer. A quick and tasty recipe with a sweet-spicy kick everyone will love.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
For The Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings halved at joints and wingtips discarded
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper crushed
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for about 3 minutes.
- Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the baking powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and crushed black pepper. Mix well.
- Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange the chicken wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving a little space between them. Cook in batches if needed.
- Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes.
- Flip the chicken wings and continue air frying for another 10-14 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- Meanwhile, add the honey, hot sauce, lemon juice, and black pepper to a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk the sauce until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Add the hot air-fried chicken wings to the sauce and toss until the wings are evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with spicy ranch or your favorite dipping sauce, and enjoy!
Notes
- Pat the wings thoroughly dry before seasoning for crispier results.
- Adjust the heat by changing the amount of cayenne pepper and hot sauce.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 4–6 minutes, or until hot and crispy.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 781mg | Potassium: 573mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 561IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 2mg
