Zesty Lime and Honey Buffalo Wings 🍗✨

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 Zesty Lime and Honey Buffalo Wings 🍗✨

Ingredients:

• For the wings:

  • 2 lbs chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tbsp baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

• For the zesty buffalo sauce:

  • ½ cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tsp ground cumin

• For garnish and serving:

  • Fresh cilantro leaves
  • Lime wedges
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the wings:

   • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
   • Pat the wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture (this helps achieve crispiness).
   • In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

2. Bake the wings:

   • Arrange the wings on the wire rack in a single layer.
   • Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

3. Make the zesty buffalo sauce:

   • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
   • Stir in the hot sauce, honey, lime juice, lime zest, and cumin. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.

4. Toss the wings in sauce:

   • Transfer the baked wings to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.

5. Serve:

   • Arrange the wings on a platter. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.

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Optional Variations:

• Extra Heat: Add ½ tsp cayenne pepper to the sauce for a spicier kick.
• Sweet and Tangy: Mix in 1 tbsp orange juice along with the lime juice for a citrusy twist.
• Grill Option: Grill the wings instead of baking for a smoky flavor.