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Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
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Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Recipe

These Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are the perfect blend of tangy lemon, spicy pepper, and sweet honey. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or craving a tasty snack, this easy-to-make recipe delivers crispy, flavorful wings with a sticky glaze that will leave everyone coming back for more.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Method: Air Fryer or Oven
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 354kcal

Ingredients

For the Wings:

  • 1.8 lbs 20 pieces chicken wings, separated into wingettes and drumettes
  • 1 tbsp light olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt

For the Hot Honey Sauce:

  • ¼ cup honey runny, high-quality
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce like Frank’s Hot Sauce
  • 1 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 tsp minced garlic or ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice juice of 1 large lemon
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp chili flakes optional, for extra heat

Instructions

  • Prep the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove moisture. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
  • Season the Wings: In a small bowl, combine lemon pepper seasoning, paprika, cornstarch, baking powder, and sea salt. Rub this mixture onto both sides of the wings.
  • Cook the Wings:
  • Air Fryer: Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Air fry wings in a single layer for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake wings on a greased baking sheet for 35-40 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.
  • Make the Sauce: While the wings cook, combine honey, hot sauce, butter, garlic, lemon juice, black pepper, and chili flakes (optional) in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Toss in Sauce: Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a bowl and pour the hot honey sauce over them. Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wings, don’t overcrowd the air fryer or baking sheet.
  • You can adjust the heat level by adding more or less hot sauce and chili flakes.
  • If you don’t have fresh garlic, garlic powder works as a substitute.
  • These wings can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven to maintain crispiness.

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

Nutrient Amount
Calories 354 kcal
Carbohydrates 21g
Protein 21g
Fat 21g
Saturated Fat 6g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 10g
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 85mg
Sodium 659mg
Potassium 239mg
Fiber 1g
Sugar 18g
Vitamin A 302 IU
Vitamin C 10mg
Calcium 89mg
Iron 2mg