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Chipotle Wings Recipe

Inspired by Social Cantina
Time1h
Serves4

Wings smothered in chipotle sauce

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Ingredients

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Wings

Chipotle Sauce

Method

Wings Preparation

1

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure that the wings cook evenly and become crispy.

2

Prep the Wings

Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps to get rid of excess moisture, allowing them to crisp up in the oven.

3

Season the Wings

In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.

4

Arrange on Baking Sheet

Place the seasoned wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure they are spread out in a single layer for even cooking.

5

Bake the Wings

Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Chipotle Sauce Preparation

6

Prepare the Sauce

In a blender or food processor, combine chipotle peppers, honey, garlic powder, lime juice, and soy sauce. Blend until smooth.

7

Melt the Butter

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the blended chipotle mixture to the saucepan and stir well to combine.

8

Simmer the Sauce

Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat.

Combine and Serve

9

Coat the Wings

Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and place them in a large bowl. Pour the chipotle sauce over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.

10

Serve

Serve the chipotle wings immediately, garnished with lime wedges and fresh cilantro if desired.

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