Chili Lime Chicken Wings
A flavorful and zesty dish that combines the perfect blend of spice and tang, perfect for any gathering or family dinner.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pounds chicken wings and drumettes
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the sauce
- 3 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Set aside.
- Dry the chicken wings and drumettes with paper towels to ensure they are as dry as possible.
- In a large bowl, mix together the baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken to the bowl and coat them well with the mixture.
- Lay the chicken on the baking sheet, ensuring that the wings do not touch each other.
Cooking
- Bake the chicken for 20 minutes. Flip the chicken using tongs or forks and bake for another 15 minutes.
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce by combining chili garlic sauce, honey, melted butter, lime juice, and lime zest in a small bowl. Stir well, heating in the microwave briefly if the butter doesn't mix.
- After baking, remove the chicken from the oven and brush it with the prepared sauce.
- Cook the chicken for another 15 minutes with the sauce.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot.
Notes
These wings are best served hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping, along with celery and carrot sticks for a complete snack. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 375°F until heated through.