Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Achieve the perfect balance of crunch and flavor with baked lemon pepper chicken wings that deliver all the satisfaction of a deep-fried treat, sans the frying.

Having grown up in Atlanta, a serving of lemon pepper chicken wings often featured in my favorite meals. This tangy and pepper-infused dish could be found nearly everywhere, becoming a shared love between my mother and me. Our at-home indulgences were legendary. Yet upon relocating to St Louis, the ideal lemon-pepper wing seemed elusive, leading me to create my own version – a potentially healthier alternative. The experience of these oven-baked wings was transformative, offering the fried taste with crispiness intact, but without actual frying.

Is it just me, or are wings indeed superior to drumsticks in terms of crispiness? I find the crunchiness irresistible, and fortunately, my spouse has no distinct preference, allowing me to enjoy the crisp skin over the meat.

In my quest for the perfect wing, I experimented with lemon juice and zest mixed with black pepper, but the authentic flavor I desired kept escaping me. It was only when I stumbled upon Penzey’s lemon pepper seasoning, with its dried and ground lemon peel, that I discovered the tart, citrus bite I had been missing.

STEP 1

Set your oven to preheat at 400 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet or jellyroll pan with parchment paper.

STEP 2

In a sizeable mixing bowl, combine chicken wings, lemon-pepper seasoning, oil, and salt, ensuring even coating.

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STEP 3

Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

STEP 4

Let them bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the skin crisps to your liking.

STEP 5

Serve hot and enjoy delectably crispy.

Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

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• Author: Amrita Song
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: 2 -3 servings 1x

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Achieve the perfect balance of crunch and flavor with baked lemon pepper chicken wings that deliver all the satisfaction of a deep-fried treat, sans the frying.

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Ingredients

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• 1 lb. skin-on chicken wings and drumettes
• 4 Tbsp. Penzeys lemon-pepper seasoning
• 2 Tbsp. Oil
• Kosher salt as needed (if using a seasoning that doesn’t come with salt)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet or jellyroll pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken wings with the lemon-pepper seasoning, olive oil and salt until evenly coated. Spread the wings in a single layer on the baking sheet.
3. Bake 45-50 minutes, until the skin is crisp. Serve hot.

• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American