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Easy Lemon-Pepper Chicken Wings

Craving that lemony zing from your favorite wingstop near me? These quick, four-ingredient Lemon-Pepper Chicken Wings bring restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken wings tips removed and drumettes separated
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying (or as needed)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 ½ teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels; season lightly with salt.
  2. In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Fry wings in batches for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Meanwhile, whisk together melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon-pepper seasoning.
  5. Drain wings on paper towels, then immediately toss them in the lemon-butter mixture.
  6. Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with extra lemon zest if desired, and serve hot.
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