Description
Crispy, flavorful, and irresistibly tangy, these Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey are the perfect balance of zesty and sweet. Whether baked or fried, these wings are coated in a buttery lemon pepper glaze with a touch of honey for a mouthwatering finish. A crowd-pleaser for game nights, parties, or a simple indulgent treat!
Ingredients
- Chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
- Olive oil or melted butter
- Lemon pepper seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Garlic powder
- Honey
- Fresh lemon juice
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley, lemon zest
Instructions
- Prep the Wings:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat oil in a deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- Toss the wings in olive oil (or melted butter), lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Cook the Wings:
- To Bake: Arrange wings on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet. Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
- To Fry: Fry wings in batches until crispy and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the Honey Lemon Pepper Glaze:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter and stir in honey, fresh lemon juice, and a sprinkle of lemon pepper seasoning. Cook for 1-2 minutes over low heat until well combined.
- Coat the Wings:
- Toss the cooked wings in the honey lemon pepper glaze until evenly coated.
- Serve:
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or lemon zest for extra flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the honey according to taste.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red chili flakes to the glaze.
- Serve with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 wings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg