Description
These Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are crispy, zesty, and packed with bold flavors! The wings are seasoned with lemon pepper, baked or air-fried to crispy perfection, then coated in a sticky honey lemon glaze for the ultimate sweet and tangy bite. Perfect for game days, parties, or a flavorful dinner, these wings are easy to make and absolutely irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder (for extra crispiness)
For the Honey Lemon Glaze:
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
For Garnish (Optional):
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Extra lemon zest
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Wings:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) (or preheat the air fryer to 375°F/190°C).
- Pat dry the chicken wings with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season the wings: In a large bowl, toss wings with olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Bake or Air Fry the Wings:
- Oven: Place wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Air Fryer: Arrange wings in a single layer and cook for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Make the Honey Lemon Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Coat the Wings:
- Once the wings are done, toss them in the warm honey lemon glaze until fully coated.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Garnish with chopped parsley, extra lemon zest, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Extra Crispy Tip: Let wings sit uncovered in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking to dry out the skin.
- Mild Option: Reduce black pepper and omit red pepper flakes.
- Storage & Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in an air fryer or oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 wings
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 32g