Easy Lemon Pepper Wings

Ingredients

• 2 lb Chicken Wings (whole wings, tips removed if desired)
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1 tsp Salt (kosher or table salt)
• 1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder (optional, adds depth)
• 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional, for a mild kick)
• 4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces for quick melting)
• 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp Lemon Zest (zested from one medium lemon)
• 4 cup Vegetable Oil (for deep‑frying, high smoke point)

Instructions

1. Dry the Wings

   Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels; this helps the flour coating adhere and prevents oil splatter.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare the Flour Coating

   In a large mixing bowl combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT2M

3. Coat the Wings

   Add the dried wings to the bowl and toss until each piece is fully coated. Shake off excess flour and set the wings aside on a tray.

   Time: PT3M

4. Heat the Oil

   Fill the deep fryer or pot with vegetable oil to a depth of about 3 inches. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

5. Fry the Wings

   Working in small batches, lower the wings into the hot oil. Fry for 8‑10 minutes, turning once, until the coating is golden‑brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Drain the Wings

   Using tongs, lift the wings onto a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.

   Time: PT2M

7. Make the Lemon‑Butter Sauce

   In a saucepan melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the lemon juice and continue whisking for 30 seconds until the sauce is glossy.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium heat

8. Toss Wings in Sauce

   Transfer the drained wings to a large bowl, pour the lemon‑butter sauce over them, add the lemon zest, and toss until every wing is evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

9. Serve

   Arrange the wings on a serving platter, garnish with extra lemon zest or sliced lemon if desired, and enjoy while hot.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

35 g

Fiber

1 g