Gut Friendly Cilantro-Lime Chicken Wings
Bright, zesty, and deeply satisfying, these wings deliver bold flavor without any of the usual gut-irritating culprits hiding in bottled sauces or processed seasonings. The marinade leans on fresh lime juice, coconut aminos, and anti-inflammatory heavy hitters like turmeric and fresh ginger ā ingredients that are as kind to your digestive system as they are delicious. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce here, keeping things clean and free from the fermented wheat that can cause issues for sensitive stomachs. Baking the wings on a wire rack at high heat gets the skin genuinely crispy without any deep-frying, so you're not dealing with heavy oils or mystery coatings. The finishing herb drizzle ā built from olive oil, fresh cilantro, garlic, and more lime ā adds a punchy, restaurant-worthy brightness that makes these feel like a real treat rather than a compromise. Serve them straight from the oven with extra lime wedges and you've got a crowd-pleasing plate that just happens to be incredibly easy on your gut.
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4 servings
For the wings
- 2 Ā½ lb chicken wings, split at the joint, wing tips removed
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- Ā½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp sea salt
- Ā¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lime zest (from about 2 limes)
For the herb drizzle
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Ā¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- Ā¼ tsp sea salt
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
- fresh cilantro sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp lime juice, coconut aminos, melted coconut oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, grated ginger, turmeric, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and lime zest until combined. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this marinade in a small bowl and set aside ā this reserved portion will be used as a finishing glaze. Add the chicken wings to the remaining marinade and toss to coat thoroughly.
- 2
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
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