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Sweet & Zesty Honey Lemon Pepper Wings – A Must-Try Recipe!

These Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are the perfect balance of crispy, sweet, tangy, and savory, making them an instant crowd-pleaser. The baked (or air-fried) wings are coated in a sticky honey-lemon glaze, with just the right amount of black pepper heat to make every bite irresistible.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 3 tablespoons potato starch
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • Oil spray
  • ½ cup honey
  • 1 lemon zested
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1-2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of salt
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Method
 

Prepare the Wings:
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Pat dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with potato starch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Toss until the wings are evenly coated.
Bake the Wings:
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with oil.
  2. Arrange the coated chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops of the wings with additional oil.
  3. Reduce the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through and spraying with a bit more oil, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Prepare the Honey Lemon Pepper Sauce:
  1. While the wings are baking, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, butter, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Stir and simmer the sauce for 3 to 5 minutes until everything is well combined and slightly thickened. Set aside a small portion of the sauce if you wish to use it for dipping.
Toss and Serve:
  1. Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large bowl.
  2. Pour the honey lemon pepper sauce over the wings and toss until they are thoroughly coated.
  3. Serve immediately, with the reserved sauce on the side if desired.

Notes

    • For extra crispiness, let the wings rest uncovered in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking.
    • Adjust spice levels by adding more black pepper or a pinch of cayenne.
    • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, and reheat in an oven or air fryer.
    • Pair with ranch, blue cheese dressing, or a side of coleslaw for a complete meal.
 

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