These honey lemon pepper wings are an absolute game-day favorite or a deliciously easy dinner option! Made with simple pantry staples, these wings come out irresistibly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, all while being coated in a sweet, tangy, and peppery glaze.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple & Easy – Just season, bake, and coat the wings in a flavorful honey lemon pepper sauce.
- Versatile Dish – Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main course.
- Extra Crispy Without Frying – A mix of potato starch and baking powder ensures a crispy texture.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings (wingettes and drumettes)
- 3 tbsp potato starch (or cornstarch)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
- Oil spray
For the Honey Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- ½ cup honey
- 1 lemon, zested
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1-2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 pinch salt
How to Make Honey Lemon Pepper Wings
- Preheat & Prepare – Heat the oven to 450°F. Pat dry the chicken wings with a paper towel.
- Coat the Wings – In a bowl, toss the wings with potato starch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Bake to Crispiness – Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, lightly spray with oil, and arrange the wings in a single layer. Spray the tops with oil. Lower the oven temperature to 425°F and bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through and reapplying oil spray.
- Prepare the Sauce – In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, butter, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Toss & Serve – Once the wings are crispy and golden, toss them in the honey lemon pepper sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately with extra sauce for dipping.
Tips for Perfect Wings
- Love extra tang? Add an extra tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Crispier Wings? Refrigerate uncovered for a few hours before baking to remove excess moisture.
- Reheating – Use an oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Storing Leftovers
- Refrigeration – Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheating – Warm up in the oven at 375°F or air fryer for best results.
Drumettes vs. Wingettes
- Drumettes resemble small drumsticks and have more meat.
- Wingettes (flats) have a balance of crispy skin and meat, making them ideal for extra crunch.
These honey lemon pepper wings are finger-licking good—sweet, citrusy, peppery, and unbelievably crispy. Perfect for any occasion!