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Pan-Fried Chicken Wings on a white plate, served with lemon, oil, and spices.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dry dill
  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil plus extra for pan-frying

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix together kosher salt, lemon juice, brown sugar, garlic, black pepper, and dry dill. Add chicken wings and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.
    Mixing garlic and seasonings for pan-fried chicken wings.
  • Place the seasoned wings in a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours for deeper flavor.
    Seasoned pan-fried chicken wings marinating in a plastic bag.
  • Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Sear the chicken wings on both sides for 1½ to 2 minutes per side or until they develop a golden crust.
    Raw chicken wings, seasoned and ready for pan-frying.
  • Add an extra tablespoon of olive oil if there is none left in the pan. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid slightly ajar, and cook the wings for approximately 20 minutes. Flip them two to three times during cooking until they are tender and fully cooked.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 275kcal (14%) Carbohydrates: 2g (1%) Protein: 21g (42%) Fat: 20g (31%) Saturated Fat: 5g (31%) Sodium: 665mg (29%) Fiber: 0.1g Sugar: 2g (2%)

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