Grilled Cajun Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Recipe

Grilled Cajun Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

• Difficulty: Easy
• Servings: 6
• Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 of 6 servings): Calories 626, Total Fat 43g, Saturated Fat 11g, Carbohydrates 2g, Dietary Fiber 0g, Sugar 0g, Protein 53g, Cholesterol 336mg, Sodium 723mg
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Active Time: 20 minutes

Fire up the grill for these irresistible Grilled Cajun Lemon Pepper Chicken Wingsthe ultimate finger-licking delight for your next summer barbecue! Bursting with zesty citrus, bold Cajun spice, and smoky char, these juicy wings will have everyone crowding the platter, craving more of that perfect spicy-tangy kick.

• 4 pounds whole chicken wings (not separated)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus extra for grilling
• 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice

1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with vegetable oil, 2 teaspoons of Cajun seasoning, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and a few turns of black pepper until well coated.
3. Lightly oil the grill grates. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the grill and cover with the lid. Grill, turning occasionally, until wings are nicely browned and fully cooked, about 20 to 25 minutes.
4. While the wings cook, mix together parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, remaining 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper in a large bowl.
5. Transfer the cooked wings into the bowl with the Cajun lemon pepper mixture and toss to coat evenly. Serve arranged on a large platter.