Cuervo Gold Chicken Wings
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly zesty and flavorful Cuervo Gold Chicken Wings! Marinated in a tantalizing blend of Jose Cuervo Gold tequila, fresh lime juice, honey, soy sauce, and bold spices, these wings pack the perfect balance of heat and tang. Baked to golden-brown perfection, they’re then glazed with a rich, caramelized sauce that takes their smoky, citrusy profile to the next level. Whether you’re hosting a game day spread or a casual get-together, these tequila-infused wings are sure to be the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for a vibrant finish that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for wing lovers craving a unique, boozy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 0.25 cups Jose Cuervo Gold tequila
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 4 Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the tequila, lime juice, honey, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the wire rack with cooking spray.
Remove the wings from the marinade and arrange them on the prepared rack. Reserve any remaining marinade for the glaze.
Bake the chicken wings for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Flip them over and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
While the wings are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the reserved marinade, brown sugar, butter, and cayenne pepper (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Once the chicken wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and brush them generously with the prepared glaze. Reserve some glaze for serving, if desired.
Optionally, return the wings to the oven on broil setting for 2-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze slightly. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Garnish the wings with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve warm with lime wedges on the side for an extra citrus kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.9 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.0 g | 295% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 53.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1082 mg | 361% | |
| Sodium | 7509 mg | 326% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.9 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.4 g | ||
| Protein | 180.6 g | 361% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1936 mg | 41% | |
*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.
