These crispy oven-baked chicken wings are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
Tangy lemon and zesty pepper work together to add a balanced flavor profile to these easy wings.
No one will believe theseCrispy Oven-Baked Lemon-Pepper Chicken Wingshaven’t been fried.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
So easy to make, we use baking powder as part of the coating before we bake the wings.
This ensures a crispy, fried-like exterior, while the protein-rich meat remains tender and juicy.
Bright, citrusy lemon and spicy black pepper season these wings for that classic lemon-pepper flavor.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
Keep reading for our expert tips, including how to ensure perfectly crispy skin.
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil.
Place an oven-safe wire rack on the prepared baking sheet; coat the rack with cooking spray.
Pat 3 pounds of wings dry and place in a medium bowl.
Add 1 tablespoon oil and 2 teaspoons baking powder; toss to coat well.
Arrange the wings in an even layer on the prepared rack.
Transfer the wings to a clean bowl.
Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; toss well.
Transfer the wings to a platter.
Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.
you could also freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to 4 months.
(Vacuum sealing is best to avoid freezer burn.)
Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat them.
However, you may want to reduce the oil.
For best results, follow the instructions that come with your fryer.
The USDA does not recommend rinsing chicken.Cooking the chicken at a high enough temperature will kill bacteria.
These wings can be served as appetizers and go with all kinds of party finger foods.
For lunch or dinner, we like them with ourCrispy Oven-Roasted Potatoesand a salad orColorful Roasted Sheet-Pan Vegetables.
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service.Consumer research.
