Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are Sweet, tangy, crispy, juicy, and easy. All the things you want in a homemade chicken wing recipe and everything you're going to enjoy about these simple and wonderful wings!
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Honey lemon chicken wings are almost always gone as fast as they are made. These delicious and crispy lemon pepper wings are the perfect appetizer for tailgating or simple celebrations. Perfectly sweet and tangy with a little kick of spice, these wings are too good to resist.
I've made these wings several times over the years and introduced them to several people, only to hear them request them again and again. Take a warning. You may need to double the recipe to make sure everyone gets their fill.
If you love chicken wings, make sure to try my Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings, Soy Garlic Chicken Wings, and Honey Buffalo Wings.
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💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Great leftovers. These Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are delicious fresh, but they're even better the next day. Make them ahead or save some to enjoy again.
- Basic ingredients. Just a few pantry staples and chicken wings are all you need for sweet and tangy baked wings.
- Minimal effort. No complicated sauces or extra steps. Mix, toss, and bake until golden. Simple prep makes these wings easy to love.
🛒 Ingredients
Thawed chicken wings. Wings must be fully thawed for the best texture and crispness. Frozen wings release too much moisture and can cause steaming instead of baking.
If you have extra wings, try our Beer Brine Chicken Wings or Honey Gold Wings.
Honey. Forms the base of the sauce. Local unpasteurized honey is great, but any honey works.
Lemon pepper seasoning. Adds bright flavor with minimal effort.
Lemon juice. Brings freshness and extra lemon flavor. Fresh or bottled both work.
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions.
💰 Budget-Friendly Tips
Buy wings in bulk: Family packs or warehouse packs usually lower the cost per pound and freeze well.
Stretch the sauce: Honey packs a lot of flavor, so a little goes a long way. Toss lightly and save extra sauce for dipping.
🥄 Instructions for Honey Lemon Pepper Wings
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil. Set the pan aside.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon pepper, honey, and black pepper.
Step 3: Stir with a whisk until well-mixed.
Step 4: Add in your thawed chicken wings.
Step 5: Toss well to coat.
Step 6: Lay the coated chicken wings on the prepared baking sheet in a nice and even layer (or as best as you can).
Step 7: Bake in the oven for 45 minutes or until the internal temperature is at least 160 degrees F and the skin looks crisp.
Serve warm.
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
- Simple prep. Toss everything together and bake. No flour, no brining, and no extra steps.
- Extra crispy skin. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end for crispier wings. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Cook safely. Use an instant read thermometer and cook wings to 165°F. Juices may look slightly pink but should not be raw.
- Air fryer option. Preheat to 390°F for 2 minutes. Cook wings in a single layer for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, then toss with the lemon pepper mixture and serve.
❄️ Storage and Reheating
Storage. Keep leftover Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Microwave. Place wings on a microwave safe plate between two slightly damp paper towels. Heat for about 2 minutes or until warmed through to help prevent drying.
Oven. Reheat at 350°F on a foil lined baking sheet for 10 to 20 minutes until hot and crisp.
Air fryer. Heat wings in a single layer at 360°F for about 5 minutes, flipping halfway for even reheating.
🥗 Side Dishes or Pairing Ideas
Serve Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings with celery and carrot sticks, rice, or roasted potatoes. These wings also pair well with coleslaw, macaroni salad, or a simple green salad for a balanced meal.
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❓ Recipe FAQs
You can store your leftover chicken wings in the fridge in an airtight container for about 3-5 days. Just reheat and eat when you're ready.
These are seriously tangy and oh-so-yummy! You can whip them up in the air fryer or pop them in the oven. Lemon pepper and a dash of lemon juice give these wings a ton of awesome flavor. Plus, they're a breeze to make, needing hardly any prep.
Yes! You can go with fresh lemons, whether it's the zest or the juice, instead of that store-bought seasoning stuff. Just toss in a little freshly cracked black pepper to give it that kick to balance out the zesty lemon for that perfect flavor combo.
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📖 Recipe
Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
Ingredients
- ½ cup honey - ($1.92)
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning - ($0.48)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice - ($0.06)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper - ($0.04)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil - ($0.14)
- 2 pounds chicken wings, thawed - ($6.50)
Instructions
- Preheat. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Set aside.
- Make glaze. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon pepper seasoning, lemon juice, ground black pepper, and olive oil until smooth.
- Coat wings. Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Spread the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake. Bake for about 45 minutes, until the wings are caramelized and the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F.
- Serve. Serve warm.
Notes
- Crispier skin. For extra crispiness, broil the wings for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Storage. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Reheat before serving.
Nutritional Information
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