Appetizers & Snacks
Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings
Recipe by Ninja Test Kitchen
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These Cilantro Lime Chicken wings are a delicious appetizer to serve at your next gathering!
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- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- ½ cup lime juice
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon kosher pepper
- 4 pounds uncooked chicken wings, drumettes and wings separated
Utensils
- Silicone-Tipped Tongs
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Step 1
To make marinade, combine cilantro, lime juice, oil, chili powder, cumin, ginger, salt and pepper in a bowl. Whisk well to combine.
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Step 2
Coat wings in marinade using one or two large resealable plastic bags. Marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours.
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Step 3
Divide wings between the air fry basket and Ninja Roast Tray nested in the Ninja Sheet pan, making sure wings are not crowding each other.
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Step 4
Install the wire rack on Level 2. Select AIR FRY, select 2 LEVEL, set temperature to 390 F, and set time to 40 minutes. Select START/ STOP to begin preheating.
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Step 5
When the unit has preheated, place pan on wire rack on Level 2. Slide the basket into the rails of Level 4. Close oven door to begin cooking.
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Step 6
Check wings at 40 minutes. If increased crisping is desired, add an additional 10 minutes. When cooking is complete, allow wings to cool slightly before serving.
