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Crispy lemon pepper chicken wings are fried to perfection and packed full of juicy lemon and butter flavor.

Make a dinner of tasty appetizers with these wings are other favorites like Homemade Pizza and Buffalo Wings.

Lemon Pepper Wings stacked on a white plate
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Wings are always a good idea!

I love a good chicken wing, and making them at home is even better. It’s definitely one of my favorite appetizers.

Everything about these lemon pepper wings looks and sounds and tastes incredible. These wings are fried crispy and perfect for game day food, a summer picnic, or just a yummy family dinner.

The lemon flavor pairs amazingly with the pepper. Look at that golden brown color- it’s making me want to reach into the screen and grab one.

How to Make Lemon Pepper Wings

MIX. Stir lemon pepper and lemon juice into 1/4 cup melted butter, set aside.

FRY. Fry wings in hot oil over medium high heat. Cook about 8 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear.

TOSS + SERVE. Toss hot wings in butter, coating all sides. Serve immediately.

Fry up a batch of these lemon pepper chicken wings and dip them in your favorite sauces!

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings frying in a skillet

Other Cooking Methods

Air fry: If you have one, using an air fryer is a great way to get a crisp wing without the added fat from the oil. The trick for a crisper finish is to fry them at two temperatures. First, set the air fryer to 380°F and cook for 25 minutes if thawed, or 30 minutes if frozen. Next, turn the temperature up to 380°F and cook for 13-15 more minutes, turning halfway.

Baked: Baking, instead of frying in oil, is a great way to get a healthier dish. To bake from frozen, preheat the oven to 400°F Bake for 25 minutes, flip the wings and bake for another 20 minutes. If the wings are thawed, preheat the oven to 375°F and bake for 40 minutes turning halfway. To give a crispier finish, broil the wings for 1-2 minutes.

Tips, Variations + Storing Info

Canola or vegetable oil are excellent options because they don’t have a super low smoke point. Use vegetable oil, canola oil, peanut oil, or if you want higher, fat lard.

If you want to use fresh lemons that is totally an option! You will probably only need 1 lemon to get that tablespoon of juice.

How many wings to make: If the wings will be served with other appetizers I would plan for  3-4 per person. If they are the main dish plan for 6-10 per person.

STORE leftovers in an airtight container lined with a paper towel on the bottom in the fridge for 3-4 days. Eat them cold or reheat them in the microwave, toaster oven, oven, or air fryer.

REHEAT: To keep these wings crispy I would avoid rewarming them in the microwave and instead reheat them in the air fryer or in the oven. Heat until warmed through.

Lemon Pepper Wings stacked on a white plate with lemon slices

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5 from 11 votes

Lemon Pepper Wings Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Crispy lemon pepper chicken wings are fried to perfection and packed full of juicy lemon and butter flavor.
Servings: 12 wings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 15 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups vegetable oil or as needed
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 TB lemon pepper
  • 1 TB lemon juice
  • 12 wings

Instructions 

  • Stir lemon pepper and lemon juice into 1/4 cup melted butter, set aside.
  • Fry wings in hot oil over medium high heat. Cook about 8 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear.
  • Toss hot wings in butter, coating all sides. Serve immediately. 

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcal, Protein: 8g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 47mg, Sodium: 68mg, Potassium: 78mg, Vitamin A: 190IU, Vitamin C: 0.8mg, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 0.5mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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20 Comments

  1. Lisa says:

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious recipe. Used this to toss popcorn chicken i made in the airfryer. We loved it. Thank you. I love your recipes. 🙂

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I am glad you do 🙂 Thank you for sharing that! My kids love popcorn chicken!

  2. myhelmetsguide says:

    5 stars
    thanku for recipe

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      You are so welcome!

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    thanks for this recipe

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      You are so welcome!

  4. Karsyn says:

    5 stars
    I wasn’t sure how flavorful these would be but I was pleasantly surprised. These wings are bursting with yummy flavor. We will definitely be making them again!

  5. gta 5 cheats says:

    5 stars
    It seems not so difficult to make a delicious lemon pepper wings like yours. Thank you so much. Your recipe is very helpful for me to make one.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      They are not difficult at all 🙂 And, they taste so good!! I hope you try them!!

  6. Kristi says:

    5 stars
    I love making wings! Usually I do Buffalo and BBQ. This was an easy delicious recipe to add our family favorites.

  7. Marie says:

    5 stars
    These are my FAVORITE type of wings!

  8. Joy says:

    5 stars
    We love wings at our house, so I was excited to try them. Oh my..these were amazing! They were crispy & tasty & gone in minutes!

  9. Amelia Letcher says:

    5 stars
    Great recipe you shared I’m so glad to you!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Thank you so much!!!

  10. baby names says:

    5 stars
    It sounds so easy to make this lemon pepper wings! Thank you for sharing the recipe!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      They are & they are so good!! I’d love to know what you think 🙂