The entire United States is going through a massive heatwave right now, so you might as well fire up the grill. Well, you might not have to fire anything up – just stick your food outside and it will probably cook on its own. I have been following The Kitchenista for a while now, and her mouth-watering recipes never seem to disappoint. I’ve personally sampled this particular chicken wings recipe twice already – once with full-size wings, and the second time with drumettes. I honestly prefer the drumette version of the recipe but to each its own.
These grilled lemon-pepper wings are a great addition to any barbecue. The tart and spicy kick provide a nice contrast to the sweetness of BBQ sauce that is typically slathered on burgers, hot dogs, and ribs. As with any delicious meal, this recipe takes time – the wings need to brine and marinate for at least a few hours. But the end result is amazing! I personally love a little extra char on everything that comes from the grill, but grill as you see fit. Let me know if you’ve tried this recipe!
Images and Recipe from The Kitchenista
Grilled Lemon Pepper Wings Recipe
Ingredients, for the chicken:
4 lbs whole chicken wings
2 tbsp Kosher salt
2 cups buttermilk, more as needed (low-fat or full-fat will work)
3 tbsp canola oil
2 tbsp lemon pepper blend (salt-free)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
For the glaze:
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup honey
1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari, or coconut aminos)
1 tbsp hot sauce
2 tsp lemon pepper blend
Juice and zest of 2 lemons
1 tbsp very finely minced fresh parsley (optional)
For the grill:
Applewood chips, chunks, or other fruity wood
Active Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 6 hours, up to 24 if including an overnight brine Yield: About 16 whole wings Special Equipment: Charcoal grill,chimney starter,fire starter cubes, small disposable aluminum pan, lighter,metal grill tongs, instant-read meat thermometer, Zester or fine grater,silicone baster
