Description
Honey lemon pepper wings deliver a zesty flavor explosion that perfectly balances sweet and tangy notes. Crispy chicken coated in a glossy glaze promises a mouthwatering experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken wings
Coating Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 grams) potato starch
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Oil spray
Sauce Ingredients:
- ½ cup (170 grams) honey
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) butter
- 1–2 teaspoons ground pepper
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Thoroughly blot chicken wings with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crisp exterior.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, coat wings with a blend of potato starch, baking powder, and aromatic spices, massaging each wing to create an even, light dusting.
- Prepare a parchment-lined baking tray, lightly misting with culinary spray to prevent sticking. Arrange wings in a single, uncrowded layer, then delicately spritz the top surfaces with additional oil.
- Position wings in a preheated oven calibrated to 425°F, allowing them to transform into golden, crackling delicacies over 35-40 minutes. Midway through cooking, gently flip each wing and reapply a fine oil mist.
- Simultaneously craft the vibrant sauce by combining honey, bright citrus zest, tangy lemon juice, fragrant garlic, rich butter, seasoning, and freshly cracked pepper in a compact saucepan. Simmer gently, stirring continuously until the mixture melds and slightly thickens.
- Extract wings from the oven once they’ve achieved a stunning amber-bronze hue and remarkable crispness.
- Transfer wings to a generous mixing bowl, cascading the warm, glossy sauce over the top. Tumble gently to ensure each wing glistens with flavor.
- Present immediately, accompanied by a reserved portion of sauce for enthusiastic dipping, inviting guests to indulge in these zesty, crisp morsels.
Notes
- These wings combine crispy baking techniques with a zesty honey lemon pepper sauce for an irresistible appetizer or game day treat.
- Pat chicken wings completely dry to ensure maximum crispiness and perfect golden-brown exterior.
- Potato starch and baking powder create an extra crunchy coating that elevates these wings beyond traditional recipes.
- Flipping wings halfway through baking ensures even browning and prevents any soggy spots on the chicken.
- Make the sauce while wings bake to save time and maximize flavor infusion with fresh lemon zest and garlic.
- Reserve a small portion of sauce for dipping to give guests extra flavor control and enhance their dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 502
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg