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Lemon Pepper Wings Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs chicken wings, flats and drumettes separated
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp honey

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) with a wire rack on a foil-lined baking sheet. Pat wings dry, toss in baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, then arrange in a single layer on the rack.
  2. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, flipping once at the 25-minute mark, until the skin is deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. In the last 10 minutes of baking, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne, and honey. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until glossy and slightly thickened.
  4. Transfer the hot wings to a large bowl and toss with the warm glaze until every piece is coated.
  5. Arrange on a serving platter, finish with a pinch of extra lemon pepper seasoning and fresh lemon slices, and serve immediately.

Notes

You can prep the wings up to 24 hours ahead by coating them in the dry rub and leaving them uncovered on the rack in the fridge. The glaze is best made fresh right before serving since it thickens as it cools and won't coat as evenly if reheated.