Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper Wings
Enjoy the crispy goodness of Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper Wings with this easy recipe! These wings are coated in a zesty lemon pepper seasoning and baked until golden brown and crispy. Perfect for a party appetizer or a flavorful main course.
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Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 4 lb chicken wings
- ⅓ cup oil
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 1½ tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp Lemon zest from 1 lemon
Instructions
Oven
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place two oven-safe racks on two rimmed baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Spray the racks with oil and set them aside.
- Prepare the Wings: In a large bowl, wash the chicken wings, drain them, and pat them dry with paper towels. Add the oil and half of the lemon-pepper seasoning to the wings, tossing to coat evenly. Sprinkle the baking powder over the wings and toss again to coat evenly.
- Bake the Wings: Arrange the wings on the prepared racks in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Flip and Continue Baking: After 30 minutes, remove the wings from the oven and flip them over. Return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes.
- Flip and Continue Baking: After 30 minutes, remove the wings from the oven and flip them over. Return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes.
- Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce: While the wings are baking, in a separate large bowl, combine the melted butter, lemon zest, and the remaining lemon-pepper seasoning.
- Coat and Serve: Once baked, add the wings to the bowl with the lemon butter sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Transfer the wings to a serving platter and enjoy immediately!
Air Fryer
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F for 5 minutes. Toss the chicken wings with the seasoning and arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 380°F for 10 minutes, flip the wings, and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy the crispy goodness!
Notes
Pro Tip: For extra crispy wings, ensure that the chicken wings are thoroughly dried with paper towels before seasoning. Removing excess moisture helps achieve that desired crispy texture during baking.
Variation: Experiment with different seasoning blends to customize these baked wings to your taste. Try using garlic powder, smoked paprika, or a touch of cayenne pepper for a spicier version. You can also switch up the citrus by using orange or lime zest instead of lemon for a unique twist on this classic recipe! Feel free to get creative and make these Crispy Baked Wings your own.