Lemony, garlicky baked chicken wings are downright lip-smacking good! These wings are cooked in the oven with a light, super flavorful sauce that will make you think twice about ever frying your wings again.
Finger Food Friday is back, and chicken wings are the star of the show! My lemon garlic chicken wings recipe is loaded with flavor and makes the perfect appetizer to serve with a cool drink when it’s time to start the weekend.
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What To Serve With Lemon Garlic Chicken Wings
These wings are not only great for casual entertaining, but they are also terrific to serve on game day or when you’re tailgating. I like to serve them with…
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How To Make Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken Wings
Ingredients
- Chicken Wings
- Fresh Lemons – the zest and juice are needed for this recipe.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil – butter can be substituted.
- Garlic – garlic cloves are used, but garlic powder can be substituted.
- Kosher Salt
- Fresh Cracked Pepper – for more spice, cayenne pepper can be used.
- Parsley – for garnish.
Instructions
- Heat oven. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Set aside.
- Zest and juice one lemon into a large bowl, then add olive oil, salt, and pepper. Using a micro plane or small grater, grate garlic cloves into olive oil. Whisk all ingredients together.
- Add chicken wings and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Coat the cooking rack with cooking spray. Place chicken wings on the rack. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. Turn wings and cook for 15 – 20 minutes until golden brown and done.
- Turn wings over one last time and broil to get extra crispy skin.
- Zest and juice the second lemon. When the chicken comes out of the oven, drizzle with lemon juice, then sprinkle with zest and salt. Let cool, then serve.
Common Questions And Answers
Sure. You can use chicken wings and drumettes, and chicken legs.
Absolutely! Use this recipe to air fry the chicken wings.
You can add other flavors like ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, lemon pepper seasoning, or Parmesan cheese.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place in the oven until heated through.
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Ingredients
- 2 packages chicken wings ( I use wings with all parts attached)
- 2 lemons
- 1 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic – peeled
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and place wire rack on top. Set aside.
- Zest and juice one lemon into a large bowl, then add olive oil, salt, and pepper. Using a micro plane or small grater, grate garlic cloves into olive oil. Whisk all ingredients together.
- Add chicken wings and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Coat the cooking rack with cooking spray. Place chicken wings on the rack. Bake in oven for 30 minutes. Turn wings and continue to cook for 15 – 20 minutes until wings are golden brown and done. Turn wings over one last time and broil to get extra crispy skin.
- Zest and juice the second lemon. When the chicken comes out of the oven, drizzle with lemon juice, then sprinkle with zest and 1 teaspoon salt. Let cool, then serve.
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Notes
- You can use chicken wings, and drumettes, or chicken legs with this recipe if desired.
- Use this recipe to air fry the chicken wings.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place in the oven until heated through.
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Loved this recipe made with my daughter as she recently decided she loves wings 😂
Well, she has come to the right place! We love wings over here too! Y’all enjoy! ~Donya
Turned out great! Used more garlic as we all love it! Thanks again for a great recipe.
The more garlic, the better! Thanks for the great rating, Sha.
~Donya