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Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey

Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey

Delicious Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey combine crispy chicken with tangy lemon and sweet honey for the perfect flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

Chicken Wings
  • 2 lbs chicken wings rinsed and patted dry
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest freshly grated
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp black pepper freshly cracked
  • 2 tbsp honey high-quality
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter melted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings. In a large bowl, toss them with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and half the lemon zest.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, remaining lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  4. Arrange the seasoned wings on the wire rack in a single layer. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Once baked, transfer the wings to a large bowl and drizzle the honey-lemon sauce over them. Toss to coat evenly.
  6. Serve hot with extra sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 23g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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