Craving a guilt-free indulgence? Try these Baked Honey-Lime Chicken Wings—packed with zesty lime, a touch of natural sweetness, and all the flavor without the fry! Perfectly crispy, juicy, and a healthier twist on your favorite game-day snack!” 🍯🍗✨
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Serves: 6-8 (4 drumsticks per person)
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 30-35 mins
Ingredients
- 24 medium chicken drumsticks (~6 lbs)
- 3 limes (2 tsp zest + ¼ cup juice)
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 small garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp coarse black pepper
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
Directions
1. Make the Glaze
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- In a bowl, whisk honey, garlic, coriander, salt, pepper, lime juice, and 1 tsp lime zest.
2. Bake the Chicken
- Arrange drumsticks on two large rimmed baking sheets.
- Drizzle with glaze; toss to coat.
- Bake 30-35 mins, rotating pans halfway and basting with pan juices, until internal temp reaches 175°F (80°C).
3. Serve
- Transfer to a platter. Drizzle with pan juices and garnish with lime wedges + remaining zest.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Sticky-Sweet & Tangy: Honey-lime balance with garlic depth.
- Crispy Skin: High heat ensures golden perfection.
- Crowd-Pleasing: Easy for parties or weeknights.
Pair with: Cilantro rice or grilled veggies.
Tip: For extra char, broil 2 mins at the end. 🍗🔥
