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Honey Lemon Pepper Wings: Delicious Flavor Explosion

Honey Lemon Pepper Wings
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Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are a delicious recipe featuring crispy chicken wings coated in a sweet, tangy, and peppery glaze. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for game days, parties, or any casual gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best!)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken wings completely dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  3. Add chicken wings to the bowl and toss until fully coated in the flour mixture.
  4. Let sit for 15-20 minutes (or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator).
  5. Combine honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard in a small saucepan.
  6. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened (5-7 minutes).
  7. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  8. Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer!
  9. Fry wings in batches (6-8 at a time) for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  10. Remove wings and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  11. Toss hot wings in the warm honey lemon pepper sauce until evenly coated.
  12. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley or extra black pepper, if desired.

Notes

  • Serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks, blue cheese dressing, ranch dressing, or french fries.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • For extra crispy wings: double-fry them (fry once, rest, then fry again for a few minutes). Use a high-smoke-point oil and avoid overcrowding the pot.

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