Get ready to elevate your wing game with these mouthwatering Buffalo Lemon Pepper Wings that perfectly blend tangy, spicy, and zesty flavors! Whether you're hosting a game day party, looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, or simply craving a restaurant-quality dish at home, these wings are guaranteed to impress. With a crispy exterior, bold buffalo kick, and bright lemon pepper punch, this recipe transforms ordinary chicken wings into an extraordinary culinary experience that will have everyone begging for more.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve crispy skin.
- In a large mixing bowl, drizzle olive oil over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle salt and lemon pepper seasoning over the wings, ensuring each wing is thoroughly seasoned on all sides.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not touching each other to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.
- Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Check that the internal temperature of the wings reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer for food safety.
- Remove wings from the oven and immediately toss them in buffalo sauce, coating each wing completely.
- Transfer the sauced wings to a serving platter and garnish with additional lemon pepper seasoning if desired.
- Serve hot with blue cheese or ranch dressing and celery sticks on the side.
Tips
- Pat wings completely dry before seasoning to ensure maximum crispiness
- Use parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup and even cooking
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - give wings space to crisp up properly
- Flip wings midway through cooking to ensure even browning
- Always check internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety
- Toss wings in buffalo sauce immediately after cooking for maximum flavor absorption
- For extra crispy wings, consider patting them with baking powder before seasoning
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy for the best taste and texture
- Pair with cool ranch or blue cheese dressing to balance the spicy buffalo sauce
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 140mg
