Creating Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings is straightforward. Follow these steps for crispy, flavorful wings:

Preparing the Wings

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to crisp the wings.
2. Dry the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.
3. Coat with Baking Powder: In a large bowl, mix the baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss the chicken wings in the mixture until they’re evenly coated.
4. Arrange on a Baking Sheet: Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and arrange the wings on the rack. Ensure they’re spaced apart for even cooking.
5. Bake: Roast the wings in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they’re golden brown and crispy.

Making the Garlic Parmesan Sauce

6. Heat Oil and Garlic: In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes.
7. Add Lemon and Cheese: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and red pepper flakes.

Tossing the Wings

8. Combine Wings and Sauce: Once the wings are done, remove them from the oven and place them in a large bowl. Pour the garlic Parmesan sauce over the wings and toss until they’re well coated.
9. Serve Immediately: Transfer the wings to a serving platter. Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.