Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Marinating Time: 2 hours
Grilling Time: 20-25 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
For the Marinade:
- 2 pounds (about 1 kg) chicken wings, split at joints, tips discarded
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Green Chile Glaze:
- 1/2 cup roasted and peeled green chiles, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
For Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
Instructions:
- Marinate the Wings (Medium Intensity):
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken wings to the marinade, making sure they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- Prepare the Green Chile Glaze (Low Intensity):
- In a blender or food processor, blend the chopped roasted green chiles, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt until smooth. Set aside.
- Preheat the Grill (Low Intensity):
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Grill the Wings (Medium-High Intensity):
- Remove the marinated wings from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature.
- Grill the wings for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have a nice char.
- Glaze the Wings (Medium Intensity):
- Brush the grilled wings generously with the green chile glaze during the last 5-7 minutes of grilling, allowing the glaze to caramelize.
- Check for Doneness (Low Intensity):
- Ensure the internal temperature of the wings reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish and Serve (Low Intensity):
- Transfer the grilled green chile wings to a serving platter.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Enjoy Your Grilled Green Chile Wings! (Low Intensity):
Optional: Serve with a side of ranch dressing or blue cheese dip for dipping.
Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming 4 servings):
- Calories: 400
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fat: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used. Adjust quantities to fit your dietary preferences and restrictions.