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Sep 22, 2021 · Modified: Oct 19, 2023 by Hayley · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Chili Lime Chicken Wings

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Football season is back and one my of my favorite things to cook on a Sunday afternoon is chicken wings! You can add so many different flavors to mix them up. There's nothing better than crispy chicken wings while watching your favorite team. These Chili Lime Chicken Wings are a little bit spicy and a little bit limey. I love dipping them in some jalapeno ranch! 

Everyone does their wings slightly differently. Whether you're grilling, baking, or air frying, there is no wrong way! This recipe works great for any method you decide to use. I always love using my air fryer to get them extra crispy, though. The key to the air fryer is to cook them plain for a few minutes, then adding the sauce and putting them back in. This creates an extra crispy layer on the outside of the wings versus cooking them all the way and then coating them with the sauce.

For the jalapeño ranch, I use my Dairy-free ranch recipe and just add a couple of ingredients. I add half (or full if you like really spicy) of a jalapeño, a handful of cilantro, and the juice of half a lime. I blend this in a blender or immersion blender, until smooth. It's very fresh and has a slight kick to it at the end which goes nicely with the Chili Lime Chicken Wings.

Tips for Chili Lime Chicken Wings:

  1. I also use JOI cashew base, which is simply just ground cashews. You can also use cashew butter or your favorite mild flavored nut butter.
  2. Patting your chicken wings dry before cooking helps get them crispy.
  3. Follow the steps for cooking almost all the way through then adding sauce and cooking more if you are using the oven or the grill.

In this recipe I used Greensbury Chicken wings, which are my favorite! You can use the code ALTITUDE for 10% off your first order.

I have a discount for JOI cashew base too! You can use the code ALTITUDE for 10% off on their site.

Chili lime chicken wings on a plate with jalapeno ranch dipping sauce

Chili Lime Chicken Wings

Hayley Lucero
They have a hint of spice and super crispy skin.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lbs Chicken Wings
  • 1 tablespoon JOI Cashew Base
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ Lime Juice
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Avocado Oil Spray
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Instructions
 

  • Pat chicken wings completely dry. Then put in the air fryer. Spray with avocado oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook on 400° F degrees for about 10 minutes.
  • While wings are cooking, combine the rest of the ingredients in a small bowl and whisk together until smooth.
  • Once wings are cooked most of the way through (about 10 minutes), put them in a bowl and pour the wing sauce on top. Toss the wings until they are fully coated.
  • Place coated chicken wings back in the air fryer for 5-6 minutes.
  • Serve with dipping sauce and enjoy!

Notes

  • If you don't have JOI cashew base you can use cashew butter or your favorite mild flavored nut butter.
  • Patting your chicken wings dry before cooking helps get them crispy.
  • If you're using the oven or grill, follow the steps for cooking almost all the way through. Then, add more sauce and continue cooking until done.
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