Honey Lime Garlic Wings

Like crispy chicken wings? Use this easy method to produce crispy honey lime garlic wings with lots of flavour but without all the fat.

Easiest ever Honey Lime Garlic Wings!

Chicken wings are handy. I like to have a container full of cooked wings like these chipotle honey-mustard wings or these cranberry-glazed chili wings in the freezer ready to pull out for an appetizer, a quick meal or a picnic.

We often take these Honey Lime Garlic Wings when we go out on our boat. With a salad or some fresh raw veggies and fruit, they make a complete picnic meal that everyone loves.

What is the best way to cook low fat chicken wings?

I like chicken wings, but I don't like all the fat.

I've discovered the secret to crispy wings is to toss them in a bit of oil (I know . . . that's fat) and then cook them on high heat in the oven before adding a glaze. The fat renders out, leaving juicy meat and crispy skin.

You'll notice in the photo that these wings look a little skinny. Much of the fat was left behind when I cooked them and all that remains is intensely flavourful chicken wings.

Ready to make a batch?

How to make honey lime garlic wings

This is an easy recipe.

1. Toss the chicken wings with a little oil (sesame oil has a nice flavour, if you have some, but any oil will do) and salt and pepper.
2. Bake until crispy while you whisk the glaze ingredients together,
3. Then smother with the glaze.
4. Garnish  with sesame seeds or snipped chives and serve!

They're sweet, they're tangy, and they're sticky. Get the napkins and lick your fingers!

Honey Lime Garlic Wings

Use this method to produce crispy honey lime garlic wings without all the fat. A healthier option!

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 391kcal

Author: Elaine

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Ingredients

• ▢ 2 lb chicken wings, split
• ▢ 2 teaspoon sesame oil
• ▢ 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ▢ ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• ▢ sesame seeds and/or snipped chives or green onions for garnish

for the Glaze

• ▢ ⅓ cup honey
• ▢ 2 tablespoon tamari soy sauce or coconut aminos for paleo diet
• ▢ 1 lime zest of
• ▢ 2 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
• ▢ 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• ▢ ½ teaspoon sesame oil
• ▢ ¼ - ½ teaspoon dried chili flakes

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°F. and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, toss the wings with the sesame oil, salt and pepper.
• Place wings on the baking sheet and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until crispy, turning once halfway through.
• Meanwhile, prepare the glaze. Whisk the honey, coconut aminos (or soy sauce), lime zest and lime juice, garlic, oil and chili flakes together.
• Transfer to a small skillet and boil rapidly until the glaze is slightly thickened. Watch carefully to prevent it from boiling over. Remove from the heat.
• When the chicken wings are done, transfer to a large clean bowl and toss with the glaze. Arrange on a platter and garnish with sesame seeds, snipped chives, or snipped green onions. Serve with napkins.

Notes

Nutrition calculations are based on 2 lbs of wings serving 4 people as an appetizer or finger food.

Nutrition

Calories: 391kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1181mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 291IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 2mg

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