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Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Crispy Honey Lemon Pepper Wings for Your Ultimate Game Day

These Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are a must-try for game night, offering sweet and tangy flavors with a crispy exterior.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings You can use whole wings or cut into flats and drumettes.
  • 1/2 cup Potato Starch Can substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Crucial for achieving a light and crispy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds savory depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Introduces mild sweetness.
  • Oil Spray Any vegetable oil spray will do.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Main sweetener for the glaze.
  • 1 Juice of Lemon Infuses acidity and brightness.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Adds pungency to the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can replace with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • sheet pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry and toss in a mixture of potato starch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  3. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the sheet pan and lightly spray with oil.
  4. Bake at 425°F (218°C) for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway and respraying with oil.
  5. While baking, prepare the sauce by simmering honey, lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, butter, salt, and pepper for 3 to 5 minutes.
  6. Toss the baked wings in the warm sauce until evenly coated.
  7. Serve hot with favorite dipping sauces and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure wings are thoroughly dried before seasoning for maximum crispiness. Reserve some sauce for dipping to enhance flavor.

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