Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey, where tangy meets sweet for a truly delightful experience. These crispy chicken wings are seasoned with zesty lemon and black pepper, then drizzled with a luscious honey glaze, making them the perfect snack for game days or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup honey
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken wings with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Toss well and let marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place marinated wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a small skillet over low heat, combine honey and lemon zest. Stir for 2-3 minutes until honey is warm.
- Remove wings from the oven, toss with the honey glaze, and add additional lemon zest and cracked pepper if desired.
Notes
- Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until crispy.
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wings
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg