TEQUILA-MARINATED CRISPY CHICKEN WINGS

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The tequila tenderizes these tasty chicken wings and give them a delicious flavor. Serve accompanied by corn tortillas, re-fried beans, salsa, and chilled beer. Cooking time does not include marinating time...

Provided by teresas

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs chicken wings, tips removed and discarded
11 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 limes, juiced
1 orange, juiced
2 tablespoons tequila
1 tablespoon mild chili powder
2 teaspoons chopped chipotle chiles in adobo
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground cumin
1 pinch dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken wings into 2 pieces at the joint, discarding the tips.
  • Place the chicken wings in a non metallic dish and add the remaining ingredients.
  • Toss well to coat, then cover and let marinated in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the grill.
  • Cook the chicken over hot coals, turning occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, or until crisply browned and the juices run clear when a skewer is inserted into the thickest part of the meat.
  • Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612, Fat 43.5, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 174.8, Sodium 200.7, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 4.9, Protein 43

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