Lemon Pepper Wings with Yellow Rice & Macaroni

Lemon Pepper Wings with Yellow Rice & Macaroni
Crispy, Zesty Wings Served with Savory Yellow Rice and Creamy Macaroni—The Ultimate Flavor Trio on One Plate!

Looking for a meal that hits every craving—crispy, creamy, tangy, and comforting all at once? Lemon Pepper Wings with Yellow Rice & Macaroni is your dream combo. Zesty oven-baked (or air-fried) wings, tender golden rice, and rich, cheesy mac? You’ll be licking your fingers and your plate.

What You’ll Need (Serves 4–6):

For the Wings:

2–3 lbs chicken wings (drums and flats)
2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika (optional, for color)
Salt to taste
Juice of ½ lemon (optional for extra tang)
For the Yellow Rice:

1½ cups long grain rice
3 cups chicken broth or water
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tsp turmeric or saffron
1 tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Creamy Macaroni:

2 cups elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1½ cups milk
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour (for roux)
Salt, pepper, & a pinch of paprika
Get ready to serve up serious comfort with flavor that pops. Let’s get cooking—or tap (>) to skip ahead to the step-by-step!