Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

A pile of seasoned, baked chicken wings garnished with chopped herbs, served on parchment paper with a dish of sauce and lemon wedges nearby.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

These Lemon Pepper Wings, Baked ‘til crispy and tossed in buttery lemon pepper sauce, these Lemon Pepper Wings are a delicious party food that's always a hit!

Course Appetizers/Party Foods

Cuisine American

Keyword lemon pepper chicken wings, lemon pepper wings

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings

Calories 380kcal

Author Lisa O'Driscoll

Ingredients

For The Chicken Wings

2 pounds chicken wings drumettes and flats
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For The Lemon Pepper Sauce

4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 teaspoons cracked black pepper adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon honey

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F. Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels.
2 pounds chicken wings
In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Arrange the wings on a wire rack set over a baking sheet, or directly on parchment paper if you don’t have one.
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they’re golden brown and the skin is crispy.
While they bake, whisk together the melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, and honey.
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon honey
Once they're fully cooked, transfer the wings to a large bowl. Pour the lemon pepper sauce over the wings and toss to coat.
Serve hot and enjoy!

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