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Smoked lemon pepper wings topped with fresh lemon pepper compound butter, stacked on top of each other on a black board
Created by: Pit Boss Kitchen

Smoked Lemon Pepper Wings

4.5 (2)
  • 4 Servings
  • 1 hour Prep Time
  • 1 1/2 hours Cook Time

Lemon pepper wings are the ultimate classic, and now they have a smoky upgrade! These wings are the perfect summer bite with a zesty lemon and pepper compound butter that bring these wings to the next level. If you like the classic, you'll love these! 

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken wings, party style
  • 4 lemons zested, juice from two
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • Olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic paste
  • 2 tbsp chili flakes
  • 2 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 lb softened butter
  • Salt & pepper

Tools

  • Hand Mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Directions

  • MAKE THE COMPOUND BUTTER: Combine softened butter, zest from 4 lemons, juice from 1 lemon, parsley, 1.5 tsp chili flakes, 1.5 tsp salt, 1.5 tsp course black pepper, and 1.5 tsp garlic powder. Using a Kitchen Aid with a paddle attachment or a hand mixer, combine all of the ingredients until everything is fully combined. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • MAKE THE MARINADE: Combine the zest and juice from 1 lemon, soy sauce, garlic paste, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, and 1 tbsp oil.
  • To marinate the chicken, place all of the chicken wings into a large plastic bag and pour the marinade over the top. Allow chicken to marinate in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
  • Preheat your Pit Boss pellet grill to 225°F using hickory or applewood pellets; set for indirect heat.
  • Pat wings dry and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, and smoke at 225°F for 1 hour.
  • Increase temperature to 375°F and cook for 25–30 minutes until wings are crisp and reach 175–185°F internally.
  • While hot, toss wings in compound butter and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish and serve.

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