Description
These crispy baked chicken wings are golden, flavorful, and irresistibly crunchy without the need for frying. Seasoned with lemon pepper and spices, they’re perfect for game day, parties, or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 medium lemon, zested (2 teaspoons finely grated zest)
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (only if using salt-free lemon pepper seasoning)
- 4 pounds party chicken wings (36 to 44 separated pieces)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Position oven racks in the upper and lower thirds. Line two baking sheets with foil and place wire racks on top. Spray racks with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine lemon zest, baking powder, lemon pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt (if needed). Whisk to mix.
- Pat chicken wings dry thoroughly. Add to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the seasoning blend.
- Arrange wings on prepared racks, spacing about 1/2 inch apart for air circulation.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping every 20 minutes, until wings are crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use baking powder (not baking soda) to ensure crisp skin.
- Dry wings thoroughly before seasoning for best results.
- Wire racks help air circulate under wings for even crisping.
- Air fryer option: Cook at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Reheat in the oven, not microwave, to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 to 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/7 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
