Recipe adapted from Deen Brothers. The freshness of the avocado dip compliments the freshness of the lime chicken wings. If you are not a fan of avocado’s the lime wings can stand on their own.
Ingredients
- 1 Jalapeño pepper, seeded and sliced
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/4 Cup vegetable oil
- 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
- Pinch salt
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- 1 1/2 Limes, juiced
- 3 Lbs. chicken wings, rinsed and patted dry
- 1/2 Lime, zested
Avocado Dip
- 1 Avocado
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons lime juice
- 1 Clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 Teaspoon salt
Directions
In a blender, puree until smooth the jalapeño pepper, garlic, vegetable oil, tomato paste, salt, honey and lime juice. Pour marinade over the chicken. Add the lime zest and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Preheat boiler to medium heat. Arrange chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Broil chicken at least 6 inches from the heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side; or until chicken is crispy on he outside and cooked through. Serve with avocado dip.
Avocado dip as follows. Pit and peel avocado. Place avocado in a medium bowl; mash. Fold in lime juice, garlic and salt; and freshly ground pepper, to taste.