Buffalo Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings In Deep Fryer

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken Wings (fresh, skin-on; cut into wing flats and drumettes if not already separated)
• 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed from about 1½ lemons)
• 3.5 tablespoons Lemon Pepper Seasoning (divided: 1 tbsp for marinating, 1 tbsp for seasoning, 1 tbsp for sauce, 0.5 tbsp for final toss)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (ground)
• 0.5 teaspoon Seasoned Salt (e.g., Lawry's seasoned salt)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder (ground)
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder (ground)
• 1.5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes)
• 0.5 cup Frank's RedHot Buffalo Sauce (or any prepared buffalo wing sauce)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice (added to sauce for extra brightness)
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil (high smoke point for deep frying)

Instructions

1. Marinate the Wings

   Place the chicken wings in a zip‑top bag or mixing bowl, add 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1 Tbsp lemon pepper seasoning, seal and toss to coat evenly.

   Time: PT5M

2. Refrigerate to Marinate

   Place the sealed bag in the refrigerator and let the wings marinate for at least 2 hours (up to overnight).

   Time: PT2H

3. Season the Marinated Wings

   Remove wings from the fridge, discard excess liquid, and toss with 0.5 tsp black pepper, 0.5 tsp seasoned salt, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, 0.5 tsp onion powder, and an additional 1 Tbsp lemon pepper seasoning.

   Time: PT3M

4. Heat the Oil

   Add 2 cups vegetable oil to the fryer or pot, insert a half lemon slice, and heat to 350°F. Let the lemon sit in the oil for 1–2 minutes to infuse.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

5. Fry the Wings

   Working in batches that do not overcrowd the basket, fry the seasoned wings for 7–10 minutes, or until they turn golden‑brown and float to the surface.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Make the Buffalo Lemon Pepper Sauce

   While the wings fry, melt 1.5 Tbsp butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stir in 0.5 cup Frank's RedHot Buffalo sauce, 1 Tbsp lemon pepper seasoning, and 1 tsp lemon juice. Cook 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove from heat.

   Time: PT3M

7. Toss Wings in Sauce

   Transfer the fried wings to a large bowl, pour the hot buffalo‑lemon pepper sauce over them, and toss gently until lightly coated. Sprinkle an additional 0.5 Tbsp lemon pepper seasoning and toss again.

   Time: PT2M

8. Plate and Serve

   Arrange the coated wings on a clean plate, optionally garnish with a pinch more lemon pepper or fresh lemon zest, and serve immediately while hot.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

800

Protein

40 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

60 g

Fiber

0 g