Spicy Tex-Mex Chicken Wing Fiesta
Ingredients
- 12 Chicken wings cut in half at joints (discard wing tips)
- 1 cup Pace picante sauce
- 1/3 cup Catsup
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 2/3 cup Sour cream
Instructions
- Cut the chicken wings in half at the joints, discarding the wing tips.
- In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup picante sauce, catsup, honey, and ground cumin.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Place in the refrigerator and marinate for at least 1 hour, turning once.
- Drain the chicken, reserving the marinade.
- Place the wings on the rack of a foil-lined broiler pan.
- Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
- Brush the chicken with the reserved marinade, turn, and bake, brushing generously with marinade every 10 minutes until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Place the chicken 6 inches from the heat in a preheated broiler and broil for 2 to 3 minutes or until the sauce looks dry.
- Turn and broil for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until the sauce looks dry.
- In a small clear glass bowl, spoon sour cream and top with the remaining 2/3 cup picante sauce.
- Serve the sour cream dip alongside the chicken wings.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Pairing:
For these zesty Tex-Mex wings, complement the flavors with a refreshing and slightly sweet white wine such as a Viognier or a fruity Rosé. The coolness of the wine will balance the spiciness of the wings. Alternatively, a light and crisp Mexican lager can be a great choice to enhance the overall dining experience.Nutrition values
Calories: 90 kcal | Carbohydrates: 5 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 6 g | Sugar: 4 g