Honey Lemon Pepper Wings
These Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are crispy, sticky, and packed with bold flavors. Perfect for game day, parties, or a delicious weeknight dinner, these wings are coated in a sweet and tangy honey lemon glaze with a hint of cracked black pepper for the perfect balance of flavors.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in chicken wings
- 2 teaspoons Morton kosher salt
- 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 small lemon, juiced & zested
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 1 Tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
Instructions
- Salt and Dry the Wings: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Sprinkle the chicken wings with the salt and let them sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. Pat them completely dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.2 pounds bone-in chicken wings, 2 teaspoons Morton kosher salt
- Season the Wings: Toss the wings with avocado oil until evenly coated. Season with fresh cracked black pepper and sprinkle the baking powder over the wings. Toss until fully coated.1 Tablespoon avocado oil, fresh cracked black pepper, 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the wings in a single layer, ensuring they are spaced out for even cooking.
- Bake the Wings: Place the wings on the upper rack of the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Make the Lemon Pepper Sauce: While the wings bake, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, lemon pepper seasoning, and granulated garlic. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is smooth and fragrant.1 small lemon, juiced & zested, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 2 Tablespoons honey, 1 Tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- Toss and Serve: Remove the wings from the oven and transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the warm honey lemon pepper sauce over the wings and toss until fully coated. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Kosher Salt: All of my recipes are tested with Morton kosher salt unless noted otherwise. It is the best salt for everyday cooking because of its size and flavor. If using table salt, the amount should be reduced. I highly recommend picking up some kosher next time you are at the store!
- Pat the Wings Dry: Ensure the wings are completely dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Use Fresh Lemon Juice and Zest: Freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest add the best flavor.
- Don’t Skip the Baking Powder: It helps create a crispy skin without deep frying.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 375°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.