Description
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining crispy, juicy chicken with a zesty lemon and pepper kick. Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or a cozy night in, these wings are easy to prepare and sure to impress. The delightful balance of citrusy brightness and savory goodness makes each bite a flavor explosion. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable appetizer or main dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Toss chicken wings in olive oil until coated. Add lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt; mix well.
- Arrange wings in a single layer on the rack.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- For added zest, combine extra lemon juice and zest with black pepper in a bowl. Toss cooked wings in this sauce just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 wings (about 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 765mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg