Description
Spice up game day with zesty Chili Lime Chicken Wings featuring crispy texture, tangy lime zest, and bold chili flavor. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, snack, or main dish, these wings combine fresh lime juice with adjustable chili heat for a vibrant twist on classic wings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 lbs fresh chicken wings, cut into drumettes and flats
Seasoning
- 2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for sauce)
Chili Lime Sauce
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness. Place them in a large mixing bowl ready for seasoning.
- Season the wings: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toss the wings thoroughly so each piece is evenly coated with this flavorful mix.
- Bake the wings: Arrange the wings on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet to allow air circulation. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 40 to 45 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Make the chili lime sauce: While the wings bake, whisk together freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, optional honey or agave, and optional extra chili powder to create a tangy, spicy dressing.
- Toss wings in the sauce: Once the wings are cooked and crispy, transfer them back into a large bowl. Pour over the chili lime sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Notes
- Dry wings thoroughly to ensure crispiness.
- Use a wire rack when baking to prevent sogginess by allowing heat to circulate evenly.
- Always use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best bright, authentic flavor.
- Adjust chili powder gradually to suit your preferred spice level.
- Let the wings rest a few minutes after tossing with sauce to soak up flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5-6 wings
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg