Description
These Santa Fe Wings combine crispy oven-baked chicken wings with a bold Southwestern sauce made from hot pepper sauce, chili sauce, butter, and chili powder. The result is a flavorful wing with a perfect balance of heat, tang, and smoky spice that makes an excellent appetizer or game-day favorite.
Flavor Profile
Spicy, smoky, tangy, buttery, Southwestern-inspired
Equipment Needed
Large microwave-safe bowl
Whisk or spoon
Tongs
Measuring cups and spoons
Serving platter
Ingredients
2½ pounds chicken wings, separated
½ cup hot pepper sauce
¼ cup butter
¼ cup chili sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer in a large ungreased baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Turn the wings over.
- Continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until crispy, golden brown, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While the wings bake, prepare the sauce.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the hot pepper sauce, butter, chili sauce, and chili powder.
- Microwave on high power for approximately 1 minute, or until the butter is melted.
- Stir until the sauce is smooth and well blended.
- Add the hot wings to the bowl.
- Toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
Heat Adjustment Suggestions
Increase the chili powder for a stronger Southwestern flavor.
Add cayenne pepper or extra hot sauce for additional heat.
Use a milder hot sauce for a less spicy version.
Make-Ahead Tips
The sauce can be prepared up to 5 days in advance and refrigerated.
Cooked wings may be reheated in a 400°F (204°C) oven before tossing with the sauce.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or sour cream.
Pair with guacamole, salsa, tortilla chips, or Mexican street corn.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
Perfect for game-day parties, tailgating, and Southwestern-themed meals.
MR. FOOD'S SANTA FE WINGS (Southwestern Heat With A Smoky Kick)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer in a large ungreased baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Turn the wings over.
- Continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until crispy, golden brown, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While the wings bake, prepare the sauce.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the hot pepper sauce, butter, chili sauce, and chili powder.
- Microwave on high power for approximately 1 minute, or until the butter is melted.
- Stir until the sauce is smooth and well blended.
- Add the hot wings to the bowl.
- Toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
Add cayenne pepper or extra hot sauce for additional heat.
Use a milder hot sauce for a less spicy version. Make-Ahead Tips The sauce can be prepared up to 5 days in advance and refrigerated.
Cooked wings may be reheated in a 400°F (204°C) oven before tossing with the sauce. Serving Suggestions Serve with ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or sour cream.
Pair with guacamole, salsa, tortilla chips, or Mexican street corn.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
Perfect for game-day parties, tailgating, and Southwestern-themed meals.
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Inspired by Southwestern cuisine and Santa Fe flavors that combine chili peppers, bold spices, and tangy sauces into flavorful appetizers.
Source: Mr. Food
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving (based on 6 servings)
Calories: 330
Protein: 24 g
Carbohydrates: 3 g
Fat: 24 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg
Sodium: 890 mg
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 2 g
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Marinate Time: None
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
