How many carbs are in keto lemon pepper wings?

Each serving has just 1.2g net carbs, along with 412 calories, 30g protein, and 31g fat. This recipe makes 4 servings from 2 lbs of wings.

Are lemon pepper wings keto-friendly?

Yes. These wings are oven-baked with no breading or flour and tossed in a butter-based sauce, so they stay very low in carbs. The only carbs come from the small amount of lemon juice, zest, and seasonings.

Can I make these wings in an air fryer?

Absolutely. Air fry at 400°F for 22-25 minutes, shaking the basket twice for even crisping, then toss the hot wings in the lemon pepper butter just before serving.

Keto Lemon Pepper Wings: 1.2g Net Carbs

Name: Keto Lemon Pepper Wings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Keto
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes; 1 tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free); 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons); 2 tsp coarse black pepper; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional, for extra crisp); 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Keto Lemon Pepper Wings

Crispy oven-baked chicken wings tossed in a buttery lemon pepper seasoning with bright fresh zest. At just 1.2g net carbs per serving and ready in about 55 minutes total, these snackable wings deliver big flavor with zero breading and full keto-friendly fat.

Jordan Lee

Head of Nutrition · June 18, 2026

15 min

Prep

40 min

Cook

55 min

Ready in

Servings

Easy

Difficulty

Nutrition per serving

1.2g

Net carbs

0.4g

Fiber

1.6g

Total carbs

30g

Protein

31g

Fats

412

Calories

Per serving · makes 4. Values are estimates; brands vary.

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These crispy oven-baked lemon pepper wings are bright, buttery, and totally crave-worthy without a speck of flour or breading. They're the perfect low-carb game-day snack or quick high-protein dinner that comes together with just a handful of pantry staples.

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes

1 tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free)

1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp garlic powder

4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)

2 tsp coarse black pepper

1 tsp onion powder

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional, for extra crisp)

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F and set a wire rack over a foil-lined baking sheet. Pat the wings completely dry with paper towels.

In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, kosher salt, and garlic powder until evenly coated. Arrange them in a single layer on the wire rack, skin-side up.

Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping once halfway, until the skin is deeply golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

While the wings bake, whisk together the melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, and onion powder in a large bowl.

Add the hot wings to the bowl and toss until fully coated in the lemon pepper butter. Sprinkle with parmesan if using and toss again.

Transfer to a platter, scatter with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.

Tips & notes

The baking powder is the secret to crispy oven wings, it raises the skin's pH so it browns and crisps; do not substitute baking soda.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in a 400°F oven or air fryer for 6-8 minutes to re-crisp.

For air fryer wings, cook at 400°F for 22-25 minutes, shaking the basket twice, then toss in the lemon pepper butter.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in keto lemon pepper wings?: Each serving has just 1.2g net carbs, along with 412 calories, 30g protein, and 31g fat. This recipe makes 4 servings from 2 lbs of wings.
Are lemon pepper wings keto-friendly?: Yes. These wings are oven-baked with no breading or flour and tossed in a butter-based sauce, so they stay very low in carbs. The only carbs come from the small amount of lemon juice, zest, and seasonings.
Can I make these wings in an air fryer?: Absolutely. Air fry at 400°F for 22-25 minutes, shaking the basket twice for even crisping, then toss the hot wings in the lemon pepper butter just before serving.