Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey

Crispy lemon pepper chicken wings glazed with honey on a white serving plate

Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey

Crispy oven-baked chicken wings are tossed in a sweet and tangy honey lemon pepper sauce for a bold, flavorful appetizer or main dish. These wings are easy to make and perfect for game day, parties, or a weeknight treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 410

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 pound chicken wings, split and tips removed
1 tbsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 tsp black pepper more to taste
1 tbsp chopped parsley optional for garnish

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
wire rack
large mixing bowl
small saucepan
paper towels

Method

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the rack.
Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon zest until evenly coated.
Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared rack, leaving space between each wing for crisping.
Bake for 20 minutes, then flip the wings and continue baking for 20 to 25 minutes more, until deeply golden, crisp, and cooked through.
While the wings bake, make the sauce: in a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter with honey, lemon juice, lemon pepper seasoning, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and fragrant, then remove from heat.
Transfer the hot wings to a large bowl and pour the honey lemon pepper sauce over them. Toss until the wings are evenly coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra crispy wings, make sure the wings are very dry before seasoning and do not overcrowd the rack. If desired, broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end for additional color, watching closely to prevent burning.