Best Chili Lime Wings
Kolby
Wings Wednesday just got a whole lot better with these Chili Lime Wings!! They are simple to make but packed with incredible flavor. I share instructions on how to make the best crispy wings drenched in a zesty chili lime sauce! Serve them as appetizers for your next party or enjoy them as a meal!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 347 kcal
- 2 lbs Chicken Wings
- 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
- 1 tablespoon Chili Lime Seasoning
- 1/2 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne
- Pinch of salt or to taste
- Oil, for frying
Chili Lime Sauce
- 1 Serrano Pepper, sliced
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes
- Juice of 1 lime
- Zest of half a lime
- 1 tablespoon Chili Lime Seasoning
- 1/2 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
Toppings: cilantro, serrano peppers, lime juice
To Make The Chicken
In a large bowl, add chicken wings and coat with avocado oil. Season chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, chili lime seasoning, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne, and salt. Toss until evenly coated
Heat oil to 370°F
Add chicken wings to oil in batches to avoid overcrowding, and cook for 8-10 minutes.
Remove chicken from the oil, carefully, and place on a cooling rack to drain. (or just use paper towels on a plate)
To Make The Chili Lime Sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter. Toss in sliced Serrano Peppers and let those cook for 30 seconds. Add in lime juice, Honey, and seasonings. Stir until combined and let sit on low heat for 2 minutes.
In a large bowl pour sauce over chicken wings and toss until evenly coated
Top with Cilantro, more sliced serrano peppers, and lime juice. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce
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