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a wooden cutting board with a stack of chili lime wings on it and sliced jalapenos
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Best Chili Lime Wings

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! 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 347
Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

To Make The Chicken
  1. 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
  2. Heat oil to 370°F
  3. Add chicken wings to oil in batches to avoid overcrowding, and cook for 8-10 minutes.
  4. 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
  1. 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.
  2. In a large bowl pour sauce over chicken wings and toss until evenly coated
  3. Top with Cilantro, more sliced serrano peppers, and lime juice. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce

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