Deliciously Crispy Lemon Pepper Wings Recipe
Having first tasted Lemon Pepper Wings in Atlanta, I was captivated by their incredible flavor and crunch. After trying them at Wingstop back home, I realized they didn’t quite measure up. That’s when I set out to create my own recipe – and let me tell you, these crunchy, buttery lemon pepper wings are what you’ll want to whip up every Friday, during the Super Bowl, at gatherings, or just for a cozy date night. Prepare to love them so much that you’ll return to this recipe time and again!
Why Everyone Loves My Lemon Pepper Wings
- Flavor Explosion: Each bite is absolutely delicious and totally mouthwatering. If you’re anything like me, be prepared to devour about ten wings in one sitting!
- Quick and Easy: You can whip these up in under 45 minutes with minimal ingredients and steps. What more could you ask for?
- Crowd Pleaser: These wings are perfect for potlucks, parties, or game nights. The lemon flavor is universally loved, and they’re mild enough for the kids!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Chicken Wings: Whole wings are great; they tend to be cheaper and are a good size!
- Lemon Pepper Seasoning: This is the star of the show! I recommend Lawry’s for the best flavor.
- Fresh Lemons: We’ll need both the juice and zest.
- Yellow Mustard: This acts as a binder to ensure the flour sticks to the wings.
- Hot Sauce: Adds flavor and also helps the coating stick. Use your favorite brand!
- Butter: Unsalted butter is recommended for the best taste.
- All-Purpose Flour: Essential for dusting the wings.
- Cornstarch: This is my secret to making wings extra crispy!
- Spices: A variety of spices in the batter and on the chicken gives great flavor.
- Oil: Canola, vegetable, or peanut oil works well for frying!
How to Make Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Step by Step
1. Prepare Your Wings
Start by mixing the chicken wings with mustard, hot sauce, and your selected spices in a large bowl. Make sure everything is nicely coated and then set the mixture aside.
2. Make Your Flour Mixture
In another bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, and extra spices. This is what will give your wings that perfect crunchy coating!
3. Coat Your Chicken
Take each wing and coat it thoroughly with your flour mixture. Place them on a baking rack to rest for a while; this will help them become super crispy when cooked.
4. Make Your Sauce
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and then add in the lemon pepper seasoning, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Keep this on low while you fry your wings so it stays warm and ready.
5. Fry Your Wings
Now it’s time to deep fry your wings! Cook them until they are perfectly golden brown — it usually takes about 8-10 minutes.
6. Toss Your Wings in the Sauce
Once the wings are fried to a beautiful golden brown, transfer them to a bowl and toss them in the warm lemon pepper sauce. Make sure they’re well-coated!
