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Crispy lemon pepper wings piled on a plate with golden skin and lemon wedges, seasoned with pepper and fresh herbs.

Lemon Pepper Wings

Nora
Crispy, zesty Lemon Pepper Wings with a bold dry rub of fresh lemon zest and cracked pepper. A no-mess crowd favorite for game nights and quick dinners.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Oven or Air Fryer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet or air fryer basket
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings split, tips removed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 tsp lemon zest freshly grated
  • 2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt
  • lemon wedges optional for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F or air fryer to 390°F. Pat wings dry thoroughly.
  • Toss wings with olive oil in a bowl.
  • Add lemon zest, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Toss until coated.
  • Place wings on a lined baking sheet or air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes or air fry for 20-24 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Serve hot with optional extra lemon zest or wedges.

Notes

To enhance citrus flavor, add more zest after baking.
Keyword chicken wings, easy wings recipe, game day food, lemon pepper wings
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