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Honey Lemon Pepper Wings Recipe

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Crispy oven-baked chicken wings coated in a flavorful honey lemon pepper sauce combining sweetness, citrus zest, and a touch of spice. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, these wings deliver a delightful balance of textures and tastes with a homemade sauce that enhances every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Wings

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 3 tablespoons potato starch
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • oil spray

For the Honey Lemon Pepper Sauce

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice or more
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1-2 teaspoons ground pepper
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Wings: Heat the oven to 450°F. Pat dry the chicken wings thoroughly with a paper towel to remove any moisture, helping achieve crispiness.
  2. Coat Wings: In a large bowl, add the potato starch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Toss the chicken wings in this mixture until they are evenly coated.
  3. Prepare Baking Sheet: Lightly spray a parchment-lined sheet pan with oil. Arrange the coated chicken wings in a single layer on the pan. Spray the tops of the wings with oil as well to promote browning.
  4. Bake Wings: Reduce oven temperature to 425°F and bake the chicken wings for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Spray additional oil on the tops after flipping to maintain crispiness.
  5. Make the Sauce: While wings bake, combine honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, butter, salt, and ground pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until well blended and aromatic. Reserve a small amount for dipping if desired.
  6. Toss Wings in Sauce: Once wings are cooked and crispy, transfer them to a large bowl and toss them with the prepared honey lemon pepper sauce until fully coated.

Notes

  • Patting the wings dry before coating is essential for crispiness.
  • Baking powder helps enhance the crisp texture without frying.
  • Adjust the amount of ground pepper according to your preferred spice level.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best citrus flavor.
  • Reserve some sauce for dipping alongside tossed wings for added flavor variety.

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