Lemon Pepper Wings

Lemon Pepper Wings
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    21

Elevate your game day (or any day!) with these incredibly flavorful Lemon Pepper Wings. Crispy, tangy, and bursting with zesty lemon and peppery goodness, this is a sophisticated take on a classic comfort food.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    2 g
  • Cholesterol
    108 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    28 g
  • Saturated Fat
    12 g
  • Sodium
    779 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    31 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prepare the Frying Oil: In a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the peanut oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

Make the Lemon Pepper Coating: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and lemon pepper seasoning until well combined. Set aside. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Infuse the Oil (Optional): Carefully place the pearl onions in the preheated oil. Cook until they just begin to brown and caramelize, about 5 minutes. This will infuse the oil with a subtle sweetness that complements the lemon pepper flavor. Remove and discard the onions. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Fry the Wings: Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the fryer, carefully add the chicken wings to the hot oil. Fry until they are golden brown, crispy on the outside, and cooked through, about 8 minutes per batch. An internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) is recommended. (25 minutes)

05

Step

Drain Excess Oil: Remove the fried wings from the oil using a slotted spoon or fryer basket. Place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. (3 minutes)

06

Step

Coat the Wings: While the wings are still hot, transfer them to the bowl with the lemon pepper butter mixture. Toss well to ensure they are evenly coated. (2 minutes)

07

Step

Final Drain (Optional): For extra crispy wings, return the coated wings to a fresh paper towel-lined plate for a minute or two to drain any excess liquid. (2 minutes)

08

Step

Serve Immediately: Serve the Lemon Pepper Wings hot and enjoy!

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder to the lemon pepper seasoning.
If you don't have pearl onions, you can use a small piece of regular onion or a shallot to infuse the oil.
Adjust the amount of lemon pepper seasoning to your taste. For a more intense lemon flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the butter mixture.
Wings can be baked at 400 degree for 40-45 minutes if you want a healthier option.

Nella Marvin

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Burnice Kessler

    The recipe was easy to follow, and the wings turned out great. I will definitely be making these again.

  • Lessie Cremin

    I made these for a Super Bowl party, and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about them.

  • Columbus Marvin

    These wings were amazing! The lemon pepper flavor was spot-on, and they were perfectly crispy.

  • King Kiehn

    I loved the tip about infusing the oil with pearl onions. It added a unique sweetness that made the wings even better.

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