This Lemon Pepper Wings recipe is bursting with zesty and peppery flavor. The wings are both crispy and juicy, enhanced with onion and garlic for added taste.
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Recipe Details
I enjoy serving these Lemon Pepper Wings because they are incredibly flavorful. The lemon pepper seasoning elevates the taste, and the preparation is quite simple.
- TASTE: The addition of onion and garlic infuses these wings with delightful flavor. Meanwhile, the lemon pepper seasoning imparts a deliciously spicy and citrusy essence that you’ll adore.
- TEXTURE: These Lemon Pepper Wings are delightfully juicy, complemented by a crisp skin. When brushed with butter, they become irresistible.
- TIME: The entire process takes 48 minutes.
- EASE: This recipe is straightforward! Simply combine the ingredients, bake, and apply the lemon pepper butter.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Wings- Use bone-in and skin-on wings for ideal results.
- Olive oil- This aids in helping the seasonings adhere to the skin.
- Onion powder, Salt, and Garlic powder- These enhance the overall flavor of the wings.
- Baking powder- Helps achieve a crispy texture on the wings.
- Butter- Adds a rich taste while also facilitating the adherence of seasonings.
- Lemon pepper seasoning- Contributes a zesty, peppery flavor that’s moderately spicy.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Substitute other spices- Feel free to experiment with additional black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, sage, rosemary, cumin, or curry powder.
- Make it dairy-free- You can replace the butter with olive oil for brushing on the lemon pepper seasoning.
- Substitute corn starch- Corn starch can be utilized instead of baking powder to create a crispy skin on the wings.
- Air fry them- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the wings for 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
How to Make Lemon Pepper Wings
- Toss the chicken and ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and baking powder. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Prep the baking sheet. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer.
- Bake them. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the wings for roughly 40-45 minutes, turning them once during cooking.
Pro Tip: If you don’t have a large enough bowl, a gallon-sized ziplock bag works perfectly for mixing all the ingredients.
- Prepare the lemon pepper butter. In a saucepan, melt the butter and combine it with the lemon pepper seasoning.
- Apply the seasoned butter onto the wings. After baking the wings, brush the lemon pepper butter on them using a silicone brush or combine them in a large bowl. Serve while warm, preferably with ranch dressing.
Tips for the Recipe
- Ensure even coating on wings- Thoroughly mix the wings with the seasoning to facilitate crispiness on all sides.
- Avoid crowding on the baking sheet- Allow space between wings to ensure hot air can circulate, promoting even cooking and crisping.
- Add lemon pepper at the end- Introducing the seasoning last maximizes its flavor. Baking it earlier may diminish its intensity.
- Utilize a silicone brush- While using a spoon is possible, employing a silicone brush makes applying the seasoning much simpler and more effective.
Frequently Asked Questions
The secret to achieving crispy wings lies in using baking powder. Coat the wings with it prior to baking for a delectably crispy exterior.
Basic lemon pepper sauce consists of lemon pepper seasoning combined with melted butter, though some variations incorporate lemon juice.
or lemon zest, hot sauce, and honey, as well.
