Description
Crispy, juicy Caribbean-style lemon pepper butterfly wings bursting with bright citrus and bold spice, perfect for gatherings or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- Chicken Wings (whole): 2 pounds, butterflied at the joint
- Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon Zest: 1 tablespoon
- Black Pepper (coarsely ground): 1 tablespoon
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Brown Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh Thyme (optional): 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat grill to medium-high.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix lemon juice, zest, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, olive oil, salt, sugar, and thyme.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Line a baking sheet with foil and place a lightly oiled wire rack on top.
- Assemble the Dish: Coat wings in the marinade and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake 35–40 minutes or grill 25 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crispy.
- Finishing Touches: Add a squeeze of lemon and extra pepper before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh thyme.
Notes
- Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
- Use a convection oven setting for extra crisp.
- Always pat wings dry before seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: lemon pepper wings, Caribbean chicken, butterfly wings, spicy baked wings