Zaxbys lemon pepper wings are made with the Lemon Pepper dry rub, one of three seasonings that became permanent in February 2026. Here is how to order lemon pepper on wings, tenders or a sandwich, and how it compares with the Garlic Parmesan and Nashville Hot rubs.
Quick answers
- What dry rubs does Zaxbys have?
- Lemon Pepper, Garlic Parmesan and Nashville Hot.
- Are Zaxbys dry rubs permanent?
- Yes. Zaxbys made them a regular menu option in February 2026, as reported by Newsweek.
- What can I put a dry rub on?
- Chicken Fingerz and wings. Ask your restaurant about other items.
The three Zaxbys dry rubs
Each rub adds flavor without the extra sauce, and the official figures show they add fewer calories than most creamy sauces.
| Item | Calories | Options | Allergens | Example price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Pepper Dry Rub | 40 | 1 | Soy | — |
| Garlic Parmesan Dry Rub | 45 | 1 | None listed | — |
| Nashville Hot Dry Rub | 70 | 1 | Wheat, Soy | — |
Zaxbys lemon pepper: the dry rub explained
Bright and zesty, with a peppery finish. It is the easiest place to start if you usually order plain Fingerz. A serving lists 40 calories and Soy.
Garlic Parmesan dry rub
Savory and cheesy, a good match for boneless wings. A serving lists 45 calories. The guide lists none of the listed allergens for this rub; since parmesan is a cheese, double-check with your restaurant if you avoid milk.
Zaxbys lemon pepper wings, tenders and sandwich
There is no separate “lemon pepper” menu item. You add the Lemon Pepper dry rub to the chicken you already want:
- Lemon pepper wings: order boneless or traditional wings and choose the Lemon Pepper rub instead of, or as well as, a sauce.
- Lemon pepper tenders: add the rub to Chicken Fingerz, from the Big Zax Snak to a Chicken Finger Plate.
- Lemon pepper chicken sandwich: ask for the rub on a fried chicken sandwich, such as the Signature.
The rub itself is 40 calories per serving in the official guide, so it adds far less than most wet sauces. Availability and any extra charge can vary by restaurant, so check the option when you order in the app or at zaxbys.com.
Nashville Hot dry rub
The spicy one, built for people who like heat without a sticky sauce. A serving lists 70 calories and Wheat, Soy.
How to order a dry rub
Ordering a rub is simple. Pick your chicken first (Fingerz, boneless wings or traditional wings), then choose the rub in place of, or alongside, a sauce. In the app you will see the rubs listed with the other flavor choices. At the counter or drive-thru, just say which rub you want and on which item.
A few tips from reading the menu closely:
- Try one rub per order the first time, so you can tell them apart.
- Lemon Pepper and Garlic Parmesan are gentle enough for most kids who like seasoned food. Nashville Hot is not.
- If you are watching allergens, remember that the rub’s allergens add to the chicken’s own list. Check both in the allergen menu.
Dry rub vs sauce: which to choose
- Crispier bite: a dry rub keeps the breading crunchy, while a wet sauce softens it.
- Lighter add-on: rubs list 40 to 70 calories, while a dip cup of Zax Sauce lists 150.
- Best of both: get a rub on the chicken and a sauce on the side.
Compare sauces on the sauces page, or see how the base orders stack up on the wings and Chicken Fingers pages. You can add a rub when ordering in the app or on zaxbys.com.
Prices shown here are example prices only. Every Zaxbys sets its own prices, so the real number depends on the restaurant you pick. To see the price at your store and place an order, use the official Zaxbys app or zaxbys.com.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a dry rub meal on the menu?
Dry rubs are added to existing meals rather than sold as separate meals. Choose the rub when you order.
Which dry rub is spicy?
Nashville Hot.
Do dry rubs cost extra?
Many restaurants charge a small amount. Check your store’s price on zaxbys.com or in the app.
Can I add a dry rub to fries?
Zaxbys ran a members-only dry-rub fries offer in spring 2026, which has ended. Ask your restaurant what it offers now.
Does Zaxbys have lemon pepper wings?
Yes. Since February 2026 the Lemon Pepper dry rub is a permanent option, so you can order boneless or traditional wings with it.
Can I get a lemon pepper sandwich at Zaxbys?
You can add the Lemon Pepper dry rub to a fried chicken sandwich. Ask for it at the counter or look for the dry rub option in the app; it may vary by restaurant.
Where this information comes from. All nutrition and allergen information on this site is taken from the official Zaxbys Nutrition & Allergen Guide (revised November 2025), published on zaxbys.com. We have not added anything of our own or changed the figures. Recipes, suppliers and menus change, so please verify with Zaxbys or your restaurant before you rely on it, especially if you have a food allergy. Verify before use.