Lemon Pepper Wings
About this recipe
Lemon pepper wings are a mouthwatering delight that combines the zesty tang of lemon with the bold kick of black pepper. These crispy and succulent chicken wings are typically coated in a flavorful blend of lemon zest, cracked black pepper, and other spices, creating a perfect balance of citrusy brightness and savory warmth. Whether enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, lemon pepper wings offer a burst of refreshing flavor that's both comforting and satisfying.
FAQ: Lemon Pepper Wings
1. Can I bake these instead of frying?
Yes! To get them extra crispy in the oven, toss the wings in a little baking powder before baking at 220°C (425°F) for about 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
2. How do I make them in an air fryer?
Air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway. This method gives a crispy finish with less oil!
3. What’s the best way to coat them in lemon pepper seasoning?
After cooking, toss the wings in melted butter and lemon pepper seasoning to lock in that tangy flavour. For extra zing, add fresh lemon zest!
4. Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Cook the wings ahead and reheat in the oven or air fryer for 5-10 minutes to crisp them up before serving.
5. What dipping sauces pair well with lemon pepper wings?
Ranch, blue cheese, or even a simple garlic aioli complement the bold, zesty flavours perfectly!
These lemon pepper wings are crispy, juicy, and packed with flavour—an absolute must-try for any wing lover!
Ingredients
Lemon Pepper Seasoning:
- 3 lemons, grated
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp white pepper
Wings
- 500g chicken wings
- 2 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tbsp salt (if your using store made lemon pepper seasoning omit this)
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp corn flour
- 1 tbsp oil
Lemon Pepper Sauce
- 50g butter, melted
- 2 tsp parsley
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 lemon, zested
- 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp mayo
Lemon Pepper Seasoning:
- Zest of 6 lemons
- 2 tbsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp white pepper
Wings:
- 1kg chicken wings
- 4 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tbsp salt (omit if using store-bought seasoning)
- 2 tsp garlic granules
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cornflour
- 2 tbsp oil
Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- 100g butter, melted
- 4 tsp parsley
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 4 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 tsp mayo
Lemon Pepper Seasoning:
- Zest of 9 lemons
- 3 tbsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp onion powder
- 3 tbsp garlic powder
- 3 tbsp white pepper
Wings:
- 1.5kg chicken wings
- 6 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 3 tbsp salt (omit if using store-bought seasoning)
- 3 tsp garlic granules
- 3 tbsp baking powder
- 3 tsp cornflour
- 3 tbsp oil
Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- 150g butter, melted
- 6 tsp parsley
- 1½ lemons, juiced
- Zest of 3 lemons
- 6 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 3 tsp honey
- 3 tsp mayo
Ingredients
Lemon Pepper Seasoning:
- Zest of 3 lemons
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp white pepper
Wings:
- 1.1lb chicken wings
- 2 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tbsp salt (omit if using store-bought seasoning)
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp corn starch
- 1 tbsp oil
Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- 1.8oz butter, melted
- 2 tsp parsley
- ½ lemon, juiced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp mayo
Lemon Pepper Seasoning:
- Zest of 6 lemons
- 2 tbsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp white pepper
Wings:
- 2.2lb chicken wings
- 4 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tbsp salt (omit if using store-bought seasoning)
- 2 tsp garlic granules
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tsp corn starch
- 2 tbsp oil
Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- 3.5oz butter, melted
- 4 tsp parsley
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 4 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 tsp mayo
Lemon Pepper Seasoning:
- Zest of 9 lemons
- 3 tbsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp onion powder
- 3 tbsp garlic powder
- 3 tbsp white pepper
Wings:
- 3.3lb chicken wings
- 6 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 3 tbsp salt (omit if using store-bought seasoning)
- 3 tsp garlic granules
- 3 tbsp baking powder
- 3 tsp corn starch
- 3 tbsp oil
Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- 5.3oz butter, melted
- 6 tsp parsley
- 1½ lemons, juiced
- Zest of 3 lemons
- 6 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 3 tsp honey
- 3 tsp mayo
Instructions
- Lemon Pepper Seasoning: In a bowl, combine the grated lemon zest, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and white pepper. Mix well to create your homemade lemon pepper seasoning.
- Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, mix the chicken wings with the lemon pepper seasoning, garlic granules, baking powder, corn flour, oil, and salt (if not using store-bought lemon pepper seasoning). Ensure the wings are evenly coated.
- Air Frying: Place the seasoned wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they aren't too crowded so they get crispy. Cook at 200°C for about 20 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through for even cooking, until they're golden brown and crispy.
- Lemon Pepper Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon pepper seasoning, honey, and mayo. Mix well to create the tangy and flavorful lemon pepper sauce.
- Coating the Wings: Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the lemon pepper sauce over the wings and toss them gently to coat evenly.
- Serve: Arrange the coated wings on a serving platter and garnish with additional lemon zest and parsley, if desired. These zesty lemon pepper wings are now ready to be savored!
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