Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Recipe
User Reviews
4.3
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 wings
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Calories
319 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Recipe
Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Recipe pairs minced garlic and lemon juice with olive oil and lemon pepper seasoning to marinate chicken wings, infusing them with citrusy and savory notes. Cornstarch is mixed with seasoning and coated over the wings, which are baked on a wire rack at 400°F to help the skin become crispy while the inside remains juicy. The finishing step involves brushing the wings with a butter and lemon pepper mixture, then broiling briefly to create a golden, slightly browned crisp exterior.
The wings offer a textured contrast between crispy skin and tender meat, with bright, zesty flavors balanced by garlic and seasoning. This preparation fits well as an appetizer or main dish for casual meals.
Be sure to verify if the lemon pepper seasoning contains salt to adjust added salt accordingly. Leftover wings can be refrigerated for a few days or frozen for longer storage, and reheated in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings wingettes and/or drummettes, portions
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste*
- 2 ½ teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning divided
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch tapioca or arrowroot starch
- 1 ½ tablespoons butter melted, or ghee*
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- In a large bowl whisk together minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt (if lemon pepper seasoning is salt-free.) Add chicken wings and toss to combine.
- In a small bowl whisk together 1 ½ teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning and tapioca flour. Sprinkle mixture over wings and toss to combine.
- Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and then place a wire rack on top. Layer wings in a single layer, skin side-down, being careful that none of the skin is touching. (You can also place them directly onto parchment paper, but they won't come out nearly as crispy!)
- Bake wings in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While chicken wings are baking, whisk together melted butter and remaining 1 teaspoon of lemon pepper seasoning. Once wings are done, brush lemon pepper-butter mixture over wings. Broil wings on high for 2-4 minutes or until skin is crispy and slightly browned.
- Serve lemon pepper wings immediately with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and lemon zest. Enjoy!
Notes
- Check your lemon pepper seasoning for added salt to avoid oversalting the wings.
- Using cornstarch or similar starch helps achieve a crispier skin during baking.
- Butter can be replaced with a dairy-free alternative if desired.
- Bake wings at 400°F for optimal crispness combined with tender meat inside.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or freeze up to 3 months.
- Reheat leftovers in an oven or air fryer to restore skin crispiness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6wings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 319 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 319kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 124mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 296mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 269mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 325IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2.5mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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