Crispy, juicy chicken wing flats are fried to perfection and coated with a mouthwatering honey lemon pepper drizzle. This savory yet slightly sweet and tangy recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, ideal for game days, parties, or simply indulging in a flavorful snack. The balance of honey’s sweetness, zesty lemon, and the bold pepper makes this dish an irresistible favorite!
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken wing flats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
For the honey lemon pepper drizzle:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter (melted)
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken wing flats dry with paper towels to ensure they fry up crispy. Set aside.
- Season and coat the wings: In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Dredge the chicken wing flats in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure each piece is well coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- Fry the wings: Heat oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken wings in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer the cooked wings to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Prepare the honey lemon pepper drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, cracked black pepper, and melted butter. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Coat the wings: Once all the wings are fried, place them in a large bowl. Pour the honey lemon pepper drizzle over the wings and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve: Serve the fried wing flats hot, garnished with extra lemon zest or cracked pepper if desired. Enjoy!