Description
Zesty lemon pepper wings bring Southern-style comfort to your plate with crispy, tangy perfection. Juicy chicken coated in bold spices promises a flavor explosion that satisfies hungry crowds and elevates casual dining for you.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
Seasoning and Dry Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) baking powder (aluminum-free)
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons (4 grams) coarsely ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams) garlic powder (optional)
Finishing and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon (5 grams) chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or wire rack for optimal wing placement.
- Use paper towels to thoroughly blot chicken wings, removing excess moisture to ensure crispiness.
- Combine wings with baking powder and salt in a large mixing bowl, ensuring even coating for maximum crunch.
- Spread wings in a single layer on prepared baking sheet, allowing space between each piece for consistent cooking.
- Roast wings for 20 minutes, then carefully flip to promote even browning and continue baking 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp.
- While wings bake, create lemon pepper sauce by melting butter in a small saucepan and incorporating lemon zest, freshly ground black pepper, and optional garlic powder.
- Remove wings from oven and transfer to a large mixing bowl, then drizzle with lemon pepper butter, gently tossing to ensure complete and uniform coating.
Notes
- Ensure wings are completely dry before coating to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent soggy results.
- Use aluminum-free baking powder for the best texture and avoid any metallic aftertaste.
- For a healthier version, replace butter with olive oil or use a dairy-free alternative like coconut oil to make the recipe suitable for lactose-intolerant or vegan diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg