Description
Crispy baked lemon pepper wings made in the oven with simple ingredients. Bright citrus flavor, peppery finish, and a crisp outer layer without frying.
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken wings, split and tips removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken wings completely dry using paper towels. Removing moisture helps the skin crisp during baking.
2. Place wings in a large bowl. Add olive oil, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and baking powder. Toss until evenly coated.
3. Arrange wings on a baking rack over a tray, leaving space between each piece to allow airflow.
4. Bake at 425°F for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the surface turns golden and crisp.
5. Let wings rest for a few minutes before serving so the outer layer firms up further.
Notes
Drying wings thoroughly is key for crisp texture.
Use a rack to allow air circulation during baking.
Avoid overcrowding to prevent steaming instead of crisping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Oven baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 to 6 wings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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