Crispy Lemon Pepper Wings
Savor the delightful crunch of crispy lemon pepper wings, bursting with zesty flavor and aromatic spices. Perfect for game nights or cozy gatherings, these easy-to-make wings will elevate any meal. With a balance of citrus and spice, they are sure to impress your friends and family while leaving them asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for the sauce)
- Additional lemon juice and zest (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Rinse chicken wings under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and oregano until evenly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned wings on the wire rack, ensuring space between each wing.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through cooking.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat and stir in additional lemon juice and zest.
- Once the wings are baked, toss them in the melted butter mixture before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg