Chipotle Lime Grilled Wings

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Easy Chipotle Lime Grilled Wings

If you're looking for an easy grilled wing recipe with bold flavor, these Chipotle Lime Grilled Wings are hard to beat. Smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, fresh garlic, honey, lime juice, and olive oil come together to create a simple sauce that perfectly coats crispy charcoal-grilled chicken wings. With only a handful of ingredients and no complicated seasoning blend, this recipe is perfect for backyard cookouts, game day, or an easy weeknight dinner.


Why You'll Love These Chipotle Lime Wings

  • Crispy skin from direct charcoal grilling
  • Sweet, smoky, and slightly spicy flavor
  • Simple ingredients you can find almost anywhere
  • Ready in about 35 minutes
  • Great for game day, backyard BBQs, and summer cookouts

Ingredients

For the Wings

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Chipotle Lime Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-2 tablespoons honey(depending on how sweet you want them)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • (optional) sliced green onion or cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Charcoal grill
  • Immersion (hand) blender
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Large mixing bowl

How to Make Chipotle Lime Grilled Wings

Step 1: Prepare the Grill

Preheat your charcoal grill to 375°F for raised direct or indirect cooking.  I like to grill wings raised direct on my kamado grill but if you're grilling close to the coals, indirect might be a better option to prevent burning the wings.

Step 2: Season the Wings

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss them with the avocado oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 3: Grill the Wings

Grill for approximately 25–30 minutes, turning every 4–5 minutes to prevent burning and remove when they reach 185°.

Step 4: Make the Sauce

Combine the olive oil, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, and honey. 

Blend the sauce with an immersion blender or small blender until completely smooth.

Step 5: Toss and Serve

Transfer the hot wings to a large bowl.

Pour the sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.

Serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Grilled Wings

  • Pat the wings dry before seasoning to help the skin crisp.
  • Turn the wings every few minutes to avoid flare-ups over direct heat.
  • Cook to 185–195°F for wings that are juicy and fall-off-the-bone tender.

What to Serve with Chipotle Lime Wings

These wings pair perfectly with:

  • Grilled street corn
  • Creamy coleslaw
  • Garlic and thyme steak fries
  • Grilled vegetables
  • Potato salad
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these on a gas grill?

Yes. Preheat your grill to about 400°F and cook over indirect heat until they reach 185–195°F internally.

Are these very spicy?

They have a medium spice level. Two chipotle peppers provide plenty of smoky heat without overpowering the wings. Add another pepper if you prefer them hotter.

Can I make the sauce ahead of time?

Absolutely. The sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Warm it gently before tossing with the wings.

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