Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey
Lemon Pepper Wings with Honey combines the tangy zest of lemon, the heat of black pepper, and the sweetness of honey for a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for any occasion, these wings are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 3 tablespoons potato starch
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Oil spray
For the Honey Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- ½ cup honey
- 1 lemon zested
- ¼ cup lemon juice or more to taste
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1-2 teaspoons ground pepper
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel to remove any moisture.
- In a bowl, combine the potato starch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Toss the chicken wings in this mixture to coat them evenly.
Prepare the Baking Sheet:
- Lightly spray a parchment-lined sheet pan with oil. Arrange the chicken wings on the sheet pan in a single layer. Lightly spray the tops of the chicken wings with more oil.
Bake the Chicken Wings:
- Lower the oven temperature to 425°F. Bake the chicken wings for 35-40 minutes, depending on their size, flipping them halfway through. Spray the tops with a bit more oil at the halfway mark.
Make the Honey Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- While the wings bake, combine the honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, butter, salt, and pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir and simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes, until everything is well combined and the sauce has thickened slightly. Set aside a small portion of the sauce for dipping, if desired.
Toss the Wings:
- Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a bowl. Toss the wings in the honey lemon pepper sauce to coat them evenly.
Serve:
- Serve the wings hot, with the reserved sauce on the side for dipping, if desired. Enjoy!