Red Chile Chicken Wings with Chipotle Honey Glaze

Name: Red Chile Chicken Wings with Chipotle Honey Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, such as Cabrales; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons finely grated red onion; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Canola oil; 1 dozen chicken wings split at the joint, wing tips removedand discarded; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder; 1 tablespoon New Mexico chile powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1 to 2 tablespoons pureed chipotle chile in adobo; 1 to 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 stick unsalted butter, quartered; Finely chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, such as Cabrales
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely grated red onion
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Canola oil
1 dozen chicken wings split at the joint, wing tips removedand discarded
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon New Mexico chile powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoons pureed chipotle chile in adobo
1 to 2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 stick unsalted butter, quartered
Finely chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

1
For the blue cheese sauce: Stir together the yogurt, blue cheese, cilantro, onions and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
2
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
3
For the hot wings: Heat 2 to 3 inches of oil in a large, high-sided pan until it reaches 375 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer.
4
Sprinkle the wings with salt and pepper.
5
Stir together the chile powders, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and some pepper in a shallow bowl.
6
Dust the wings with the seasoning mixture and toss in a bowl to evenly coat.
7
Add the wings to the oil in batches and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes.
8
For the glaze: In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, chipotle in adobo, honey and Dijon mustard.
9
To a small saute pan, add the butter and melt.
10
Add the melted butter to the bowl with the vinegar-honey mixture and stir to combine.
11
Toss the freshly fried wings with the glaze in the bowl.
12
Garnish with cilantro.
13
Serve with the blue cheese sauce.

428

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, such as Cabrales, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons finely grated red onion, and more.

Yes, Red Chile Chicken Wings with Chipotle Honey Glaze falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!