Description
These Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are the perfect balance of crispy, sweet, tangy, and savory, making them an instant crowd-pleaser. The baked (or air-fried) wings are coated in a sticky honey-lemon glaze, with just the right amount of black pepper heat to make every bite irresistible.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 3 tablespoons potato starch
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Oil spray
- ½ cup honey
- 1 lemon, zested
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1–2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Wings:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Pat dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with potato starch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Toss until the wings are evenly coated.
- Bake the Wings:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with oil.
- Arrange the coated chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops of the wings with additional oil.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through and spraying with a bit more oil, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the Honey Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- While the wings are baking, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, butter, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir and simmer the sauce for 3 to 5 minutes until everything is well combined and slightly thickened. Set aside a small portion of the sauce if you wish to use it for dipping.
- Toss and Serve:
- Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl.
- Pour the honey lemon pepper sauce over the wings and toss until they are thoroughly coated.
- Serve immediately, with the reserved sauce on the side if desired.
Notes
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- For extra crispiness, let the wings rest uncovered in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more black pepper or a pinch of cayenne.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, and reheat in an oven or air fryer.
- Pair with ranch, blue cheese dressing, or a side of coleslaw for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American