Grilled Cajun lemon chicken wings are the ultimate mash-up of bold spices and bright citrus. These wings are juicy, smoky, and bursting with flavor, thanks to the powerful combo of Cajun seasoning and zesty lemon. Perfect for summer cookouts, tailgating, or spicing up your weeknight menu, they’re a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prep and impossible to resist.
What sets these wings apart is the seasoning. A blend of Cajun spices—typically including paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, and oregano—adds heat and depth. When paired with the tang of fresh lemon juice and zest, the result is a bold, balanced flavor with just the right amount of kick.
To make them, toss the chicken wings in olive oil, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, and a bit of salt and pepper. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes (longer if you can) so the flavors really soak in. Then fire up the grill and cook the wings over medium heat, turning occasionally until they’re crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside. The grill adds smoky char that takes the flavor to the next level.
For an extra flavor boost, brush the wings with more lemon juice and a sprinkle of seasoning as they come off the grill. Garnish with chopped parsley, lemon wedges, or even a pinch of flaky sea salt for that finishing touch.
These wings pair perfectly with cooling sides like ranch or blue cheese dip, creamy coleslaw, or crisp celery sticks. You can also serve them with cornbread or a simple garden salad for a heartier meal.
Grilled Cajun lemon chicken wings are a fiery, flavorful twist on a classic that will keep everyone coming back for more. Whether you’re entertaining friends or just treating yourself, these wings are a surefire hit every time.
Ingredients
- 12 pieces chicken wings fresh or thawed
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 1 whole lemon juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, mix the Cajun seasoning, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until they are fully coated in the marinade.
- Place the wings on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until they are fully cooked and have a nice char.
- Remove from the grill and serve hot.
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Grill is broken, so I baked them instead. Still good but I miss the char.
Loved this!!! Making it for my BBQ party this weekend ❤️🍗
These wings are AMAZING!! The seasoning gives them such a nice kick! Definitely a family favorite now.
So tasty! I added some garlic powder and cayenne for extra heat. Yum!
I don’t get why people rave about these wings. Like, are they really that special or what?
Wings are wings! They’re all good! 😄
Tried this recipe but the wings came out kinda bland. Maybe more seasoning next time.
Grilled chicken wings? More like grilled chicken failure. They ended up burnt! 😒
Sounds like you might have left them on a bit too long! These wings are usually a hit, maybe just adjust the cooking time?
Why do we need olive oil? Can’t just use butter? Sounds easy though.
I thought the lemon would be too strong but it was perfect! Thanks for sharing.
Wow, I was expecting bland, but these had a real kick! Cajun for the win!
Really? I thought they were gonna be too spicy. Maybe I’ll try makin’ them milder. 🤔
Absolutely! The kick from the Cajun seasoning is what makes these wings the best. Glad you liked them!
Was kinda skeptical about the lemon in wings. But it surprisingly worked well! Giving it a thumbs up.
I was also doubtful about the lemon! But now I gotta try it. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Chicken wings? Mmmmmm! My whole family loved it. Great spicy flavor!
I don’t get why everyone raves about these. They came out super dry for me. Maybe I cooked them too long?
The seasoning was great, but I ended up burning my wings a lil’ bit. Gonna try again! 🐔🔥
These wings were amazing! The Cajun seasoning gave them just the right kick. Will definitely make again!
So glad you liked them! The Cajun seasoning really does make a difference. I can’t wait to try them myself!
I dunno. Sounds too spicy for me. Do you really need all that seasoning? Just salt and pepper should be enough!
5 stars from me! Perfect grill marks, juicy on the inside, couldn’t ask for more!
Really? I found them a bit too salty for my taste. Maybe I’ll try reducing the seasoning next time.
I totally agree! Those grill marks are everything! Can’t wait to try this again.
Plain Chicken wings, put some BBQ sause on it n it ain’t got the taste ya’ll think it do.
I get what you’re saying, but I think the spices in this recipe take chicken wings to the next level. BBQ sauce is good, but have you tried marinating them like this? So juicy!
Yum! But I used lime instead of lemon by mistake and they turned out great too!
Lime sounds like a fun twist! I might try that next time. Glad to hear they turned out well!
Not sure if Cajun is the way to go for chicken wings. Just stick to BBQ sauce.
Cajun wings are fire! BBQ is good too, but you gotta try this. Way more flavor!
Simple and delicious! My husband loved them, said they were the best wings he’s ever had. Wow!
Too salty for my taste. Reduced the salt by half but still too much. Next time gonna skip it entirely!
The seasoning wasn’t strong enough for me. I added extra spices and it helped!
Glad you made it work! I think the spices really make a difference. I’ll try it with extra next time.
Hmm, I thought it was pretty strong already. Maybe my taste buds are off? 🤷♂️
This recipe is fire! The wings came out perfectly crispy and packed with flavor.
Pretty simple, but I burnt them on the grill lol. Need more practice!
These wings are the best!!! so good, my husband said he wants ’em every week.
Wings were good but I forgot to marinate longer, still tasty tho! Next time I’ll plan better.
I think the lemon is too much, didn’t like the taste. Won’t make it again.
Yum! Made these for my fam and they loved it. Will definitely do it again!