Picante Chicken Wings

Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Picante Chicken Wings! Bursting with bold flavors and a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, this recipe combines crispy, oven-baked chicken wings with a zesty sauce made from your favorite hot sauce, melted butter, honey, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. The wings are seasoned with a medley of pantry spices, including paprika and cayenne, for that signature smoky kick, and baked to golden, juicy perfection. A quick toss in the homemade Picante sauce ensures every bite is packed with tangy, spicy goodness. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, and serve these wings hot with a side of creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing. Perfect for game day, parties, or any occasion that calls for crowd-pleasing comfort food, these wings are a must-try for spice lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
• 0.5 cup hot sauce (your favorite brand)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the rack with non-stick spray or oil.

Step 2

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large mixing bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 3

Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 4

While the wings bake, prepare the Picante sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the hot sauce, butter, honey, and lime juice. Stir until the butter is melted and all ingredients are combined. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the Picante sauce over the wings and toss to coat them thoroughly.

Step 6

Arrange the coated wings on a serving platter. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Step 7

Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce (blue cheese or ranch dressing pairs perfectly) and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1141.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3316.9

Total Fat 259.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 53.8g
Cholesterol 1140.0mg	0%
Sodium 10915.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 177.8g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 241.6mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 2010.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.9%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 7.5%