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Robin Ward

Crispy Tajín Chicken Wings – A Flavor-Packed Game Day Favorite

Tajín Chicken Wings – Crispy, golden-brown wings with a bold Mexican kick of Tajín, tossed in a buttery lime-chile glaze. Zesty, smoky, and irresistible!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: #maincourse, #partyfood, Appetizer
Cuisine: #Mexican-Inspired

Ingredients
  

  • Tbsp Tajín seasoning, plus more for serving
  • Kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
  • 1 Tbsp baking powder
  • 3 lbs chicken wings, or any combination of drumettes, wingettes and tips, patted dry
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Juice from 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
  • ½ to 1 serrano chile, finely chopped
  • Spears of jicama, cucumber and/or pineapple, for serving (all optional)

Equipment

  • sheet pan

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons Tajín, the baking powder and 1½ teaspoons salt. Add the wings and toss until the spice mix is absorbed into the chicken. Spread the wings in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. (You can let the wings sit out at room temperature for up to 1 hour after coating, or in the refrigerator overnight. Let them come to room temperature before proceeding.)
  2. Roast the wings until golden and crisp all over, turning the wings over halfway through, about 25 minutes per side.
  3. When the wings are just about done, add the butter, the remaining ½ tablespoon (1½ teaspoons) of Tajín seasoning, and the paprika to a small bowl or microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave in 30-second bursts until the butter has melted. Stir to combine, then add the lime juice, garlic, and serrano (to taste). Season with salt to taste.
  4. Transfer the wings back to the cleaned-out large mixing bowl. Pour the buttery sauce over the wings and toss to coat. Serve alongside the jicama, cucumbers, and pineapple, if you like, with a little more Tajín sprinkled over everything.