Description
Sizzling hot lemon pepper wings bring zesty Southern-style magic to your dinner table. Crispy, tangy chicken pieces deliver bold flavor that sparks excitement in casual gatherings and game nights you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken wings
Seasonings and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Liquids and Oils:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a foil-lined baking sheet to ensure easy cleanup and even heat distribution.
- Thoroughly coat chicken wings with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl, ensuring each wing receives an even, flavorful layer of seasoning.
- Arrange seasoned wings on the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out to allow proper air circulation and prevent steaming.
- Roast wings for 35-40 minutes, carefully turning them midway through cooking to promote uniform browning and crisp texture.
- While wings are roasting, whisk together fresh lemon juice, zesty lemon pepper seasoning, and hot sauce in a separate bowl to create a vibrant, tangy coating.
- Once wings reach a golden-brown color and are fully cooked, immediately transfer them to the prepared lemon pepper sauce.
- Gently toss wings in the sauce, ensuring each piece is generously and evenly glazed with the bright, spicy mixture.
- Plate the wings promptly and serve hot, allowing guests to enjoy the crisp exterior and bold, citrusy flavor profile.
Notes
- Opt for fresh chicken wings to ensure maximum flavor and juiciness, avoiding pre-frozen options when possible.
- Pat the wings completely dry with paper towels before seasoning to help achieve a crispy exterior and prevent soggy texture.
- For extra crispy wings, place a wire rack on the baking sheet to allow air circulation and promote even browning during baking.
- Adjust hot sauce quantity based on personal spice tolerance, starting with less and gradually increasing for perfect heat level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 307 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.5 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg