Craving something that hits all the right notes – quick to make, unexpectedly healthy, and bursting with flavor? Let me introduce you to Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey. Trust me; these aren’t your average greasy wings. They’re a light, bright, and satisfying treat that will soon become a weeknight favorite. I promise, it will be your new obsession.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, bless her soul, wasn’t much for fancy recipes. But she had a knack for taking simple ingredients and making magic happen. I remember one scorching summer afternoon, the air thick with humidity. She whipped up a batch of wings, drizzled them with honey and lemon, and sprinkled them with a generous dose of pepper. The sweet and tangy aroma filled the kitchen, and one bite transported me to pure summer bliss. That simple recipe, refined and tweaked over the years, eventually became my go-to Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey. They’re a reminder that the best things in life are often the simplest.
Ingredients
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Lemon Pepper Honey Glaze:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prep the Wings: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.
- Season the Wings: In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Make sure they are evenly coated.
- Bake the Wings: Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Make the Glaze: While the wings are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Simmer the Glaze: Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it is slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Coat the Wings: Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven and immediately transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the lemon pepper honey glaze over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey hot and enjoy the burst of flavors! Garnish with extra lemon zest or a sprinkle of lemon pepper seasoning, if desired.
Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Make sure they are evenly coated.2 lbs chicken wings, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- While the wings are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it is slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oven and immediately transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the lemon pepper honey glaze over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 2 lbs chicken wings
- Serve the Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey hot and enjoy the burst of flavors! Garnish with extra lemon zest or a sprinkle of lemon pepper seasoning, if desired.