These Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are a delightful fusion of tangy lemon, sweet honey, and a hint of peppery warmth, creating a flavor profile that's both refreshing and satisfying. Baked to crispy perfection, these wings are perfect for game days, casual gatherings, or a flavorful weeknight dinner. The combination of citrusy brightness and sweet glaze ensures each bite is bursting with flavor, making them a crowd-pleaser at any occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
  
  

• 1 teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1 teaspoon black pepper
  
  

• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  
  

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
  
  

• 1 cup honey
  
  

• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  
  

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  
  

• ½ teaspoon onion powder
  
  

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  
  

• 2 tablespoons water
  
  

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
   
   

2. Season Wings: In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and olive oil until evenly coated.
   
   

3. Arrange Wings: Place the seasoned wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping.
   
   

4. Bake Wings: Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
   
   

5. Prepare Sauce: While the wings are baking, combine honey, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, and onion powder in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the mixture is well combined and heated through.
   
   

6. Thicken Sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually add this to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency. Remove from heat.
   
   

7. Coat Wings: Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the prepared honey lemon pepper sauce over the hot wings and toss to coat evenly.
   
   

8. Garnish and Serve: If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 450 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 24g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 3g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 70mg
  
  

• Sodium: 600mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 35g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 1g
  
  

• Sugars: 30g
  
  

• Protein: 25g