Description
These sweet and tangy Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are the perfect balance of flavors with crispy skin, a touch of citrus, and a hint of spice. An easy and delicious appetizer or main dish for any occasion!
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Honey-Lemon Mixture:
- In a medium bowl, mix together honey, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and lemon zest.
- Coat the Chicken Wings:
- Place the chicken wings in a large bowl. Pour the honey-lemon mixture over the wings and toss to coat well.
- Arrange the Wings:
- Arrange the coated wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Finish and Serve:
- Once done, let the wings cool for a few minutes. Drizzle with any leftover honey mixture if desired. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of honey or lemon juice based on how sweet or tangy you like it.
- These wings can be served with a side of fresh veggies or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg