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a pile of deep fried chicken wings with a glaze surrounded by jalapeno slices and citrus fruits.
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5 from 16 votes

Tequila Lime Wings

Fried chicken wings in a sticky, delicious tequila lime sauce that make a perfect appetizer or party food.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizer, chicken, party food
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 953kcal
Author: Mikayla M.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup tequila* 3/4 cup
  • 6 tbs lime juice 3 limes, juiced
  • 4 tbs orange juice 1/2 to 1 orange, 1/4 cup
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 medium jalapeno optional
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 12-14 chicken wings
  • 8 cups grapeseed oil canola or vegetable work too

Instructions

  • Combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, sliced jalapeno, honey, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a rapid simmer.
  • Cook sauce, stirring occasionally until reduced by 2/3 and thickened to a syrup.
  • Meanwhile place oil in a large, heavy bottom pot with a deep fry thermometer. Heat over medium high heat until oil reaches 375°F.
  • Lay wings out on a paper towel and gently pat dry. Lay out a plate with clean paper towels for after cooking as well.
  • When oil is up to temp, fry wings. Be careful not to overcrowd in pot, frying in batches if necessary*. Fry for 8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy and the juices run clear.
  • Remove cooked wings from the oil and set briefly on paper towels to blot excess oil then move quickly to a bowl and toss with sauce.
  • Serve immediately!

Notes

Ingredient Tips:
  • Anejo or reposado tequila is my recommendation.
  • Swap honey for agave or maple syrup.
  • Use cauliflower or tofu to make this vegetarian/began.
Cooking Tips:
  • Bring chicken out of fridge 15-30 minutes before cooking so the cold chicken doesn't drop your oil temperature.
  • Pat chicken wings dry before frying to reduce spitting.
  • Place cooked wings briefly on a paper towel to remove excess oil after cooking.
  • If frying in batches, place cooked wings on a cooling rack set over a baking sheet in a low 200°F oven to keep warm.
Alternate Cooking Methods:
  • Air Fryer - Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place wings in a lightly oiled basket in a single layer. Cook for 8 minutes per side.
  • Oven - Toss wings in a tablespoon of baking soda. Place on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-30 minutes at 400°F, or until 165°F internally.

Nutrition

Calories: 953kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 67g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 399mg | Potassium: 307mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 284IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2mg