Chili Lime Chicken Wings Recipe - Calabrian Chili and Ghee
Bold chili lime chicken wings with Calabrian chilis and rich ghee. Crispy, spicy wings perfect for grilling season and game day with complex heat and flavor.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs chicken wings split
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 2 tbsp chopped Calabrian chilis
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp honey optional
- Lime wedges and herbs for serving
Instructions
- Pat wings dry and toss with oil and all seasonings. Let sit 15-20 minutes.
- Grill at medium-high for 20-25 minutes turning every 5 minutes, or bake at 425°F for 40-45 minutes, or air fry at 400°F for 20-24 minutes.
- Make sauce by melting ghee and stirring in Calabrian chilis, lime zest, lime juice, and honey. Simmer 1-2 minutes.
- Toss hot wings with warm sauce immediately after cooking. Serve with lime wedges.
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Notes
Wings must reach 175°F internal temperature. Dry wings overnight for extra crispy skin. Adjust Calabrian chilis to taste for heat level.
Nutrition
Calories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 19gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 463mgPotassium: 189mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 280IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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