I love these chicken wings! They are the perfect bite of tender chicken with crispy, flavorful skin. Chili lime wings have a zesty, spicy flavor and are perfect for any occasion, especially a laid-back casual gathering, such as a picnic or tailgating party. I like to take whole wings, stretch them out, and call them "Bat Wings" for Halloween parties.
I usually make chili lime wings in the oven, but grilling is good too. The final touch is the baked-on sauce, which makes them a little less messy to enjoy. Grilling is also good, and you can brush on the sauce at the end and add another dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, on the side. Hope you enjoy this party-sized recipe!
Few foods are as expected at a party as chicken wings. So much so they even go by the nickname party wings. These spicy tangy chicken wings, have a Southwestern flair and are the perfect recipe for a casual event. Baking the sauce on gives the best flavor.
Makes 50 to 75 pieces
8 to 10 pounds chicken wing portions first and second joints
MARINADE
1 tablespoon cumin
½ tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
2 tablespoons black pepper
4 limes juiced
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 tablespoons salt
SAUCE
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
3 cloves garlic crushed
1½ teaspoons cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
4 limes juiced
½ cup vegetable oil
Mix marinade ingredients together making a paste. Rub onto chicken wings and allow to marinate at least one hour. Drain off excess marinade.
Lay out chicken wings on two baking sheets (so not to crowd) coated with non stick spray. Cook for approximately 45 minutes in a preheated 400°F oven.
Mix together sauce ingredients (use a bowl large enough to hold the wings). Remove wings from oven (drain off excess broth) place in sauce, toss to coat. Return wings to oven for another ten to fifteen minutes to bake on sauce and an internal temperature of 180°F. Use sliced limes as garnish.
