Description
Crispy, zesty, and bursting with fresh cilantro and lime, these Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings are a vibrant, flavor-packed dish perfect for gatherings, weeknight dinners, or game-day cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 kg chicken wings, split into flats and drums
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 packed cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.
- Add the chicken wings and toss thoroughly to coat. Marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) or an air fryer to 200°C (400°F). Arrange wings in a single layer on a tray or basket.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden, crisp, and fully cooked. Air fryer wings may finish faster.
- In a small bowl, combine chopped cilantro, 1 tbsp lime juice, and honey to create a finishing glaze.
- Toss the hot wings in the cilantro lime mixture until evenly coated, then serve warm.
Notes
- Pat wings dry before marinating for maximum crispiness.
- For extra crunch, broil the wings for 1 to 2 minutes at the end.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in an air fryer for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
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