Tequila Lime Chicken Wings
Recipe by:These oven-baked tequila lime chicken wings are crispy on the outside and bursting with zesty citrus flavor on the inside. An easy marinade of lime juice, tequila, and spices infuses the wings with lots of flavor in minimal time.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (907.18 grams) chicken wings flats and drumettes
- 1 tablespoon (12 grams) baking powder
- 1 teaspoon (6 grams) kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon (1 grams) onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon (0.5 grams) black pepper
- ⅓ cup (79 ml) lime juice from about 3 limes
- 2 teaspoons (4 grams) lime zest
- ¼ cup (60 ml) tequila
- 1 teaspoon (2 grams) ground cumin
- 1-3 teaspoons (8 grams) hot sauce I use sriracha
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey or agave
- Cilantro optional for garnish
Instructions
- Lay the thawed chicken wings in a single row on a wire rack inside of a baking sheet and place uncovered in the refrigerator for several hours, or up to 1 day. If you do not have time to do this, dry the wings thoroughly with a paper towel.2 pounds chicken wings
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Place the wings in a large bowl and toss them with baking powder mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Return them back to the wire rack, meaty side down, and bake them in the oven for 20-30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the remaining ingredients in a medium saucepan. Start with 1 teaspoon of hot sauce. Taste the mixture and add more according to taste.⅓ cup lime juice, 2 teaspoons lime zest, ¼ cup tequila, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1-3 teaspoons hot sauce, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons honey
- Heat over medium heat, whisking frequently, until the boiling mixture reduces by half, about 10 minutes.
- When the wings reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), remove them from the oven and turn them over. Brush each piece with the tequila lime sauce.
- Return them to the oven and broil them on HIGH for 3-4 minutes, or until golden and crispy. (The final internal temperature should be at least 165°F.) Check them frequently so they do not burn.
- Transfer them to a platter and drizzle the remaining sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped cilantro.Cilantro
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen wings in the refrigerator before reheating.
Reheating Instructions:
Oven: 350°F (177°C) oven for about 10-15 minutes,
Air Fryer: 375°F (190°C) for 7-8 minutes.
Oven: 350°F (177°C) oven for about 10-15 minutes,
Air Fryer: 375°F (190°C) for 7-8 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1044mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 201IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 204mg | Iron: 2mg
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