Crispy, juicy wings tossed in a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce—easy, flavorful, and perfect for game night or dinner!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
🍗 Wings:
- 800g chicken wings (split, tips removed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
🍋 Lemon Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp salt (adjust)
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep Wings
- Pat wings dry (very important for crispiness)
- Toss with oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika
2. Air Fry
- Preheat to 200°C (400°F)
- Cook 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway
- Cook until golden and crispy
3. Make Sauce
- Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, zest, and salt
4. Toss & Finish
- Toss hot wings in sauce
- Optional: air fry 2–3 more minutes for sticky glaze
5. Garnish & Serve
- Sprinkle parsley and extra lemon if desired 🍋
🧮 Weight Watchers (WW) Points (Approx.)
🔢 Per Serving: ~5–7 Points
💡 Make It Lighter
- Use less butter (1 tbsp)
- Use cooking spray instead of oil
- Remove skin after cooking
👉 Can reduce to ~4–5 points
💡 Pro Tips
- Don’t overcrowd air fryer—cook in batches
- Dry wings well → crispier skin
- Add sauce at the end to keep crispiness
💡 Variations
- Spicy lemon garlic: Add chili flakes or hot sauce
- Honey lemon: Add 1 tsp honey for sweetness
- Parmesan lemon: Sprinkle parmesan on top
- Extra crispy: Add 1 tsp baking powder to wings before cooking
❓ FAQs
❓ Why aren’t my wings crispy?
Too much moisture or overcrowding.
❓ Can I bake instead?
Yes—220°C (425°F) for 40–45 mins.
❓ Can I use frozen wings?
Yes—thaw first for best results.
❓ How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate up to 3 days, reheat in air fryer.