Description
These Lemon Pepper Wings are perfectly baked to crispy golden perfection, coated with a zesty lemon butter sauce that infuses a bright citrus flavor with a kick of pepper. Ideal as a flavorful appetizer or game day snack, this easy recipe combines simple seasonings and a quick baking method for delicious wings with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings, split at joints and tips removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Lemon Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Wings: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season the Wings: Place the wings in a large bowl. Toss with olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until each wing is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Bake the Wings: Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning. They should be golden brown and crispy when done.
- Prepare Lemon Butter Sauce: While the wings bake, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing well to combine the flavors.
- Toss Wings in Sauce and Serve: Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the lemon butter sauce over the wings and toss thoroughly to coat them evenly. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra-crispy wings, place wings on a wire rack set on top of the baking sheet instead of directly on the sheet.
- Air fryer alternative: Cook wings at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
