Lemon-Herb Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

Juicy chicken wings coated in a bright lemon-herb blend and finished with a sticky citrus-honey glaze. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken wings, olive oil, lemon zest for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs, split into drumettes and flats chicken wings
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp soy sauce

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 2 lbs chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange wings in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between each piece. Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
3. Step 3: Whisk 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp soy sauce in a small bowl to make the glaze.
4. Step 4: Transfer cooked wings to a bowl, pour glaze over them, and toss to coat. Return to air fryer for 2-3 minutes to set the glaze and intensify flavor.