Name: Baked Lemon Pepper Wings
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 12 whole chicken wings; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 3 tsp. baking soda; 4 Tbsp. lemon pepper seasoning (divided); 2 tsp. hot paprika; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 1/3 cup avocado oil; 1 lemon (zested)

These baked lemon pepper wings deliver the perfect balance of zesty citrus and bold peppery seasoning, all while achieving a crispy skin straight from the oven. With a simple yet flavorful dry rub and a high-temperature bake, these wings develop a golden, crunchy exterior without the need for frying. Whether you’re serving them for game day, a casual gathering or just a weeknight treat, these wings are sure to be a hit.

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Baked Lemon Pepper Wings

Prep Time 40 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 591 kcal

Ingredients

12 whole chicken wings
1/2 cup cornstarch
3 tsp. baking soda
4 Tbsp. lemon pepper seasoning divided
2 tsp. hot paprika
1 tsp. garlic powder
1/3 cup avocado oil
1 lemon zested

Instructions

Clean chicken wings, pat dry with paper towels and place in large bowl.
In separate medium bowl, add cornstarch, baking soda, 3 Tbsp. lemon pepper seasoning, spicy paprika and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
Add seasoned cornstarch mixture to bowl of wings and toss. Press mixture into each wing to ensure they are evenly coated. Place bowl in fridge for 30 minutes to dry out wings and allow coating to stick.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Place rack over large sheet pan and spray with non-stick spray. Place wings on rack in single layer and do not overlap.
Combine avocado oil, 1 Tbsp. lemon pepper seasoning and lemon zest in a small bowl. Set aside.
Bake wings for 40 minutes. After 20 minutes, brush wings with seasoned avocado oil. Return to oven and cook for 20 minutes.
Arrange wings on serving platter and enjoy.