Description
Crispy lemon pepper wings bring zesty Southern comfort to your plate, celebrating bold flavors with perfect crunch. Home cooks can elevate game day snacks or weekend gatherings with this simple yet irresistible wing recipe that promises delicious satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken wingettes and drumettes, thawed
Seasoning and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon salt-free lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Sauce and Garnish:
- 1/3 cup (79 milliliters) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (59 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by setting the oven to 400°F and lining a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then lightly coat with non-stick spray.
- Thoroughly dry chicken wings using paper towels to ensure crisp exterior.
- Transfer wings to a mixing bowl and generously coat with lemon pepper seasoning, ensuring even distribution by gently tossing.
- Spread wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, creating space between each piece for optimal crispiness.
- Roast wings in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, rotating the pan midway to promote uniform browning and thorough cooking.
- While wings bake, craft the complementary sauce by melting butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Incorporate fresh lemon juice and zest into the melted butter, allowing flavors to meld for one minute.
- Enhance the sauce with garlic powder, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt, stirring continuously for an additional two minutes.
- Once wings are golden and crisp, remove from oven and immediately transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Drench wings with the prepared lemon butter sauce, ensuring complete and even coating.
- Garnish with an extra sprinkle of black pepper and finely chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve hot, presenting the wings immediately to maintain their crispy texture and warmth.
Notes
- Pat wings thoroughly to ensure maximum seasoning adherence and crispiness.
- Arrange wings with space between each piece for even air circulation and consistent browning.
- Use fresh lemon zest for an intense citrusy flavor burst that elevates the entire dish.
- Consider alternative cooking methods like air fryer or grilling for different texture and faster preparation time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg