Description
These Baked Lemon Pepper Wings are a delicious and crispy appetizer perfect for any occasion. Coated in a zesty lemon pepper seasoning mixed with melted butter, the wings are baked to golden perfection in the oven for a healthier alternative to frying. They offer a flavorful, tangy, and satisfying snack or main dish that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 3 lb chicken wings (separated into wingettes and drumettes)
Seasoning & Coating
- 3 tbsp extra light olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tbsp lemon-pepper seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the wings. This high temperature helps achieve a crispy texture.
- Prepare the Wings: Place the separated chicken wings into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the extra light olive oil and toss to ensure they are evenly coated, which helps crisp the skin during baking.
- Arrange and Bake: Lay the wings out on a baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space between each piece to allow air circulation. Bake them in the preheated oven for 40 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Prepare Lemon Pepper Butter: While wings are baking, melt the unsalted butter in a medium-sized bowl. Stir in the lemon pepper seasoning thoroughly to create a flavorful coating sauce.
- Toss Wings in Seasoning: Once the wings are baked, transfer them to the bowl with the melted lemon pepper butter. Toss the wings gently but thoroughly until each wing is evenly coated with the lemon pepper mixture.
- Serve Warm: Serve the wings immediately while still warm and crispy for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy your delicious baked lemon pepper wings!
Notes
- Make sure wings are spaced out on the baking sheet to ensure even crisping.
- For extra crispy wings, you can broil them for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Lemon pepper seasoning can be homemade or store-bought; adjust quantity for preferred intensity.
- Use a wire rack on the baking sheet to allow fat to drip away for even crispiness.
- Leftover wings can be reheated in the oven to maintain crisp texture.
