Bright, citrusy, and packed with fresh herb flavor, these oven-baked chicken wings are the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast. The marinade layers lime juice, lime zest, coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, and turmeric into something genuinely complex ā and a smart move of reserving a portion before the raw chicken ever touches it means you get a clean, vibrant herb drizzle to finish the whole thing off. Baking on a wire rack at high heat gives the skin that deep golden crispness you'd expect from a fryer, no oil bath required. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's zero need to scrutinize labels or worry about cross-contact from shared processing facilities. The cilantro-lime combo runs through every layer ā marinade, glaze, and garnish ā so each bite is cohesive and punchy rather than one-note. These wings work just as well for a casual weeknight dinner as they do for a game-day spread, especially with a few extra lime wedges on the side.
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2 ½ 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
½ tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp sea salt
¼ 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
¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely minced
¼ 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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