Paraben Free Lemon Pepper Wings
Crispy, golden, and coated in a bright buttery sauce, these oven-baked wings deliver serious crowd-pleasing flavor without a single processed shortcut. The magic starts with a baking powder coating that draws moisture from the skin, so the wings come out of the oven shatteringly crisp — no deep fryer needed. The lemon pepper sauce is made entirely from scratch using fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, coarsely ground black pepper, and unsalted butter, which means you know exactly what's going into every bite. That matters a lot when you're avoiding synthetic preservatives like parabens, which can sneak into bottled sauces, spice blends, and pre-made wing seasonings. Here, every ingredient is whole and recognizable, from the kosher salt to the optional fresh parsley finish. Whether you're cooking for a game day spread or a weeknight dinner, these wings are the kind of recipe that makes clean eating feel genuinely indulgent.
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4 servings
For the wings
- 2 ½ lb chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For the lemon pepper sauce
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 ½ tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Set a wire rack inside a large baking sheet and lightly coat the rack with nonstick spray.
- 2
Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels — the drier the surface, the crisper the skin. In a large mixing bowl, toss the wings with the baking powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
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