Chipotle Agave Chicken Wings
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Chipotle Agave Chicken Wings—perfectly crisp, smoky, and sweet with just the right kick of spice! These oven-baked wings achieve a golden crunch thanks to a coating of paprika, garlic powder, and baking powder before being glazed in a luxurious sauce featuring bold chipotle peppers in adobo, buttery agave syrup, and fresh lime juice. The rich, smoky-sweet glaze clings to every wing, delivering mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing, these wings are ideal for game days, parties, or any occasion that calls for bold flavors. This crowd-pleasing dish is easy to prepare in under an hour with simple ingredients—perfect for both seasoned cooks and beginners looking to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 0.25 cup Agave syrup
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional garnish)
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top for even heat circulation.
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps them crisp up.
In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder until evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack. Drizzle olive oil over the wings for extra crispiness.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Flip the wings and bake for another 20 minutes or until golden, crispy, and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
While the wings are baking, prepare the chipotle agave glaze. In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, agave syrup, unsalted butter, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
Transfer the glaze to a small saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm chipotle agave glaze over the wings and toss until evenly coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired. Pair with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping, if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 252.0 g | 323% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.1 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 53.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1088 mg | 363% | |
| Sodium | 8017 mg | 349% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.9 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.4 g | ||
| Protein | 179.5 g | 359% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1881 mg | 40% | |
*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.
