Grilled Lemon Pepper Wings
Satisfy your craving for bold flavors with our mouthwatering grilled lemon pepper wings recipe. Get ready to elevate your grilling game!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings split at joints and tips discarded
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
For the Lemon Pepper Dust:
- 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
The Marinade Magic
- In a bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, lemon zest, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. This zesty potion is our marinade magic!
- Place the chicken wings in a large shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the wings, ensuring they're well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, then pop it into the fridge. Let those wings soak up the goodness for 1 to 2 hours – the longer, the better!
Grillin' Glory
- Preheat your grill to medium heat. If you're using charcoal, let those coals get white-hot.
- Take the marinated wings out of the fridge and let them come to room temperature for about 15 minutes. This ensures even cooking.
- Grease the grill grates with a bit of oil to prevent sticking. Place the wings on the grill, shaking off excess marinade, and let them sizzle for about 10-12 minutes per side. Adjust the time based on your grill's temperament – we want golden perfection!
The Lemon Pepper Finale
- While the wings are doing their dance on the grill, whip up the lemon pepper dust. Combine freshly ground black pepper and lemon zest in a small bowl. Set it aside – this will be the star of our flavor show.
- Once the wings are cooked to crispy perfection, transfer them to a large bowl. Sprinkle the lemon pepper dust generously over the wings. Toss them like you're mixing the winning salad at a flavor Olympics.