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Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers

These Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers bring the bold, iconic Atlanta flavor to your kitchen. Each juicy chicken piece is coated in a tangy, spicy, and zesty homemade lemon pepper sauce that’s absolutely irresistible.

Air-fried to perfection, the chicken turns out tender and flavorful, with a delicious balance of heat and citrus. It’s the perfect recipe for anyone craving a fun twist on classic wings—easy to make, full of flavor, and sure to impress.

Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers

Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers

Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers

These Hot Lemon Pepper Chicken Skewers bring the bold, iconic Atlanta flavor to your kitchen. Each juicy chicken piece is coated in a tangy, spicy, and zesty homemade lemon pepper sauce that’s absolutely irresistible.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

Chicken:

  • 2 lbs. chicken tenders or thighs cut in 2-3” pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 2 tsp cracked pepper
  • 1 lemon zest only
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1-2 tablespoon hot sauce Crystal, Frank's, Louisana, etc.
  • 2-3 tablespoon olive oil

Hot Lemon Pepper Butter Mixture:

  • 1 - 8oz. stick salted butter slightly melted
  • 2 tsp cracked pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice start with juice form half the lemon, add more if needed for the right tangy balance
  • 2 tablespoon hot sauce Crystal, Frank's, Louisana
  • 2 tsp honey
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

Step-By-Step Instructions

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Notes

  • Don't have an air fryer? You can grill or roast in the oven, basting throughout the cooking process.

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