Description
Zesty Lemon Pepper Wings bring Caribbean sunshine to your plate, merging tangy citrus with spicy black pepper. Drizzled honey elevates these crispy wings, creating a perfect balance of flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
Sauces and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh lemon zest, for garnish (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the oven to a scorching 425F (220C), ensuring optimal heat for crispy wing transformation. Liberate frozen wings from their icy state, meticulously patting them dry to eliminate unwanted moisture.
- Craft a flavor fusion by whisking olive oil with lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel. Thoroughly massage the wing ensemble, guaranteeing each piece is lavishly coated with the aromatic spice mixture.
- Strategically arrange the seasoned wings on a parchment-lined baking sheet, positioning them in a singular, uncrowded layer to promote even caramelization and crispness. Slide the tray into the heated oven, allowing the wings to metamorphose for 30-35 minutes.
- Midway through the cooking ritual, execute a precise wing flip to ensure uniform golden-brown exterior. When wings reach peak crispiness, extract them from the oven’s embrace.
- Unleash a luxurious honey drizzle across the wings, creating a glistening sweet-savory landscape. Sprinkle delicate lemon zest to elevate the citrus profile and awaken additional flavor dimensions.
- Punctuate the dish with a verdant garnish of chopped parsley or chives, adding a fresh visual and aromatic finale. Present immediately, celebrating the wings’ peak temperature and textural glory.
Notes
- Crisp Wings Technique: Pat chicken wings completely dry before seasoning to ensure maximum crispiness, which prevents soggy results and promotes beautiful golden-brown exterior.
- Flexible Seasoning Approach: Customize lemon pepper seasoning intensity by adjusting amount, allowing personalization for mild or bold flavor preferences without overwhelming taste.
- Healthier Cooking Alternative: Replace traditional deep-frying with baking method, significantly reducing oil consumption while maintaining delicious crispy texture and cutting down on unnecessary calories.
- Dietary Accommodation: Easily convert recipe to gluten-free by verifying seasoning ingredients and using certified gluten-free honey, making dish accessible for individuals with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg