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Crispy Honey Lemon Pepper Wings – Sweet, Tangy & Irresistible!

These Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are the perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and peppery goodness! Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and tossed in a buttery honey lemon glaze, they’re irresistible. Whether baked, fried, or air-fried, these wings are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, or just a fun dinner treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer/Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings:
  • 2 lbs chicken wings drums & flats
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Honey Lemon Pepper Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper coarsely ground
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken Wings:
  1. Pat the wings dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, toss wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and mix well to coat evenly.
Cook the Wings:
    Oven Method:
    1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
    2. Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and arrange the wings in a single layer.
    3. Bake for 45-50 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden brown.
    Air Fryer Method:
    1. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
    2. Arrange wings in a single layer, leaving space between them.
    3. Cook for 25 minutes, flipping halfway. Increase to 400°F for the last 5 minutes for extra crispiness.
    Frying Method:
    1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
    2. Fry wings in batches for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
    3. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
    Make the Honey Lemon Pepper Sauce:
    1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
    2. Stir in honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
    3. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
    Toss & Serve:
    1. Place cooked wings in a large bowl.
    2. Pour the honey lemon pepper sauce over the wings and toss gently to coat.
    3. Garnish with extra lemon zest and cracked black pepper.
    4. Serve hot and enjoy!

    Notes

    • For extra crispiness, let the wings rest for 5 minutes before tossing them in the sauce.
    • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
    • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less black pepper and red pepper flakes.
    • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    • Reheat in an oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes or in an air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes.

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