Lemon Pepper Wings Delight (Printable)

Golden wings with tangy lemon pepper glaze bring a burst of citrus and spice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.5 lbs chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes

→ Marinade & Seasoning

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp salt
04 - 1 tsp cracked black pepper
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder

→ Lemon Pepper Coating

06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
07 - Zest of 2 lemons
08 - 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
09 - 1 tbsp cracked black pepper
10 - 1 tsp coarse sea salt
11 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Place a wire rack on top.
02 - Pat wings dry with paper towels. Toss with olive oil, salt, cracked black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange wings in a single layer on the wire rack. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
04 - Combine melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, cracked black pepper, and sea salt in a large bowl.
05 - Remove wings from the oven and immediately toss in the lemon pepper butter mixture until thoroughly coated.
06 - Transfer wings to a serving platter. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The combination of fresh citrus and cracked black pepper creates this bright, addictive flavor that keeps everyone reaching for more
  • They come out of the oven with restaurant-level crispiness without any deep frying or messy oil
02 -
  • Dry your wings thoroughly with paper towels before seasoning, any moisture on the skin will prevent proper crisping
  • The wire rack is not optional, without it the wings will steam in their own juices and never get that crunch
  • Toss the wings in the coating immediately when they come out of the oven, the heat helps the mixture cling to the skin
03 -
  • Use a microplane for the lemon zest to avoid the bitter white pith
  • Grind your black pepper fresh, the pre-ground stuff does not have the same punch
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