These Lemon Pepper Wings are easy to prepare and delicious. They are perfect to use as a main dish or even as a snack or appetizer. Be sure to check out the notes and our tips for customizing this recipe to your specific tastes.
Once the oil is hot begin frying your first batch (don't overcrowd the pan).
Each batch takes about 12-15 mins, turning the wings half way through.
While the first batch is cooking start making the clarified butter for our sauce.
Make the clarified butter:
Start by placing the butter in a pot and melting over medium heat.
Once it melts, remove from heat and scrape the foam from the top of the butter
After getting as much as you can out, pour the clarified butter into a measuring glass.
Be sure to scoop out any foam that floats to the top.
Add in the oil and lemon pepper (and honey if you want to cut the tang)
Place in the fridge for 5 minutes and it will begin to thicken.
Back to the chicken:
Drain the chicken on paper towels after it is done and place into a large bowl after 2-3 mins.
Fry off all the wings and then add to the bowl.
Give the lemon pepper sauce a good mix and pour over the hot chicken.
Place the top on the bowl and toss the chicken to make sure its all fully coated.
Optional: Sprinkle on extra lemon pepper seasoning or honey depending on whether you prefer it tangy or a little sweeter and enjoy!
Notes
Not patting the chicken dry, increases your chances of being popped by hot oil and decreases the likely hood of crispy skin.If you have people eating the wings and they dont like the overly tart lemon pepper wings, you can cut the tang by adding honey to the sauce or drizzling directly onto the chicken.