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It’s the most wonderful time of the year (well until Christmas-time, then that is the most wonderful time of the year), my friends! I just love summer and all of the food and drinks that are out there to celebrate the season! Because…you know, my life revolves around food, right?
Since this is the first full summer Jason and I are in our new home, we have many a shindig to host. Jason even bought a new grill a few months back in anticipation of all the summer soirees we plan to host over the next few months.
And as excited as I am, I don’t want to start stressing over all the food, prep, and dishes that usually accompany dinner parties at home. So I plan to have most of our summer par-tays as a casual affair where friends can bring a dish. I am digging the whole idea of a Backyard BBQ. We’ll grill the meat, you bring the sides.
…ooh, or maybe we can have a meat party (note to self: come up with a better name for said party idea) where everyone can bring the meat of their choice, and grill master, Jason can grill it up!
I’m getting a tad off track, aren’t I?
Today, the #SundaySupper gang is teaming up with Gallo Family Vineyards to share recipes for Backyard BBQs & Potlucks this summer with wine pairings, of course. I have shared quite a few summer sides, and salads on the blog, and really wanted to challenge myself to think outside the box on this one.
…and then it came to me. I love chicken wings! And there are so many different ways you can prepare them; bake them, fry them, grill them.
If you’re attending a summer BBQ, you could totally marinate these Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings ahead of time in a gallon sized Ziploc bag, and have your hosts throw em’ on the grill once you arrive. Also, these wings are quite tasty served cold (after cooking first, of course) and could be brought as an appetizer before the main event.
If you’re throwing a summer par-tay, I promise your guests will love these wings. They are spicy, flavorful and hello, #cilantro. What isn’t to love about them?
You know what goes really good with a batch of Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings? Wine. Specifically, Gallo Family Vineyards Riesling – which I have talked about before (because seriously, it is SO good!). Gallo’s Riesling is versatile, and pairs well with just about anything. I love it with these chicken wings because its sweet enough, and cold enough to cool down the heat from the jalapeno in these wings, without being too sweet to forget about the cilantro.
If white wine just isn’t your thang, bring a bottle of Gallo Family’s Cabernet Sauvignon, my favorite red, which is great for all kinds of summer eats! Find your next bottle here.
Ingredients
- 2-3 jalapeno peppers, ribs and seeds removed
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- Zest from 2 limes
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon raw honey, optional (sugars will cook off from grill but adds a sweetness to the zest)
- 4 pounds chicken wings and/or drumsticks
- 4 limes, for garnish
Instructions
- Add jalapenos, garlic cloves, fresh cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil and honey into a blender or food processor to create marinade.
- Place chicken wings in a bowl or Ziploc bag and mix with marinade. Marinate chicken for 1 hour up to 10 hours (I wouldn't marinate longer than 10 hours because the lime zest has acidity that could break down the chicken which is not tasty)
- Grill according to your individual grill settings (or bake for 50 minutes in an oven at 400 degrees, flipping halfway through on a baking sheet or broiler pan!)
Make sure to visit Gallo Family’s Backyard BBQs and Potlucks blog post, and everywhere else online: Facebook | Twitter |Instagram |YouTube
See what others are bringing to our virtual Backyard BBQ:
Appetizers:
- Buffalo Bread by Feed Me, Seymour
- Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings by Casa de Crews
- Creamy Asparagus Puffs by Brunch with Joy
Main Dishes:
- Bibimbap Bar by kimchi MOM
- Chicken Satay by Curious Cuisiniere
- Citrus Grilled Chicken Under a Brick by Nosh My Way
- Garlicky Sirloin Steak For A Crowd by Family Foodie
- Grilled Chicken Salad Sandwiches by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
- Grilled Mediterranean Salmon Burgers with Tzatziki by Simply Healthy Family
- Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps by Take A Bite Out of Boca
Sides and Salads:
- Bacon Strawberry and Farro Salad by The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Balsamic Blueberry Salad by Alida’s Kitchen
- Caprese Pasta Salad by One Sweet Mess
- Grilled Rainbow Potato Salad by Shockingly Delicious
- Spicy Watermelon Salad by Ruffles & Truffles
- Tortellini Salad by Magnolia Days
Desserts:
- Coconut Shortcakes with Grilled Pineapple by The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Frozen Root Beer Float Pie by Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch
- Grilled Peaches with Brioche by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- S’more Cookie Cups by Desserts Required
BBQ Helpful Info:
- 5 Tips for Using BBQ Sauce by Sunday Supper Movement
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These look out of this world! I love the flavors!
Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch recently posted…Nectarine Summer Salad With Prosciutto Blue Cheese And Lemon Rosemary Thyme Vinaigrette
Your wings look incredible! What a delicious combination that pairs perfectly with my favorite Gallo white wine!
Alida recently posted…Balsamic Blueberry Salad #SundaySupper
Holy deliciousness, this looks AMAZING 😀
Kate @ Green Fashionista recently posted…Beach Weekending
Cilantro and lime is one of my favorite flavor combinations!
Constance Smith recently posted…Fort Jackson – Family Day & Graduation Trip
These wings are definitely going on my dinner menu soon! I love the cilantro lime flavors!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor recently posted…One Pot Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Baby Kale
I am obsessed with these wings, for summer. Hope you enjoy them!
These look so yummie! I so need to try and make them.
marie recently posted…Morning Skin Care Routine
Oh my, that all sounds amazing! Definitely need to add this to the next gathering I host!
Shannon recently posted…Naples Weekend Getaway
How did you know I was craving chicken wings!?!??! Seriously! MMM. Must make these.
Lora recently posted…June #Rocksbox Joy
Haha chicken wings for breakfast sounds okay to me 🙂
Riesling is my absolute favorite so I’m going to have to check out that brand of wines!! Side note – I have not eaten breakfast and I want those chicken wings! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston
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I would love to come to your ‘Meet the Meat’ party! Hint, hint!!!
My youngest son is a wing addict so I can’t wait to try these out at home.
Betsy @ Desserts Required recently posted…S’more Cookie Cups #SundaySupper
Hahaha, always welcome, Betsy! I hope your son loves these!
This recipe looks so delicious!! I will definitely have to give it a try! xx
PS – That food photography on fleek, though.. 😀
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Haha, I said “on fleek” the other day and my husband looked at me like I was legit insane. Thanks for the compliment! These wings are addictive!
I love anything cilantro lime, it’s so refreshing and amazing!
Perfect for Summer! Loving all the citrus-y/zestiness of the marinade especially.
Thalia @ butter and brioche recently posted…Chocolate and Brown Sugar Banana Bread
Thanks, Thalia! That is for sure my fave part of summer grilling
Cilantro and lime is one of the the best flavor combos ever. I bet these wings taste delicious!
Shaina recently posted…Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps #SundaySupper
I am digging the cilantro lime flavors! Also GFV Riesling is one of my faves!
Ever since last year’s #FWCon, Gallo’s Riesling is the only Riesling I will buy!
What a perfect summer flavor combo! Count us in for the wing fest!!
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere recently posted…Chicken Satay #SundaySupper
Come on down!
I can see why you were so excited to share that recipe with us. Well done! I adore cilantro!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious recently posted…Grilled Rainbow Potato Salad for #SundaySupper
Cilantro is one of my faves! I include it in whatever I can
I adore cilantro and lime anything! These wings are perfect for a BBQ!
Valerie Cathell Clark recently posted…Creamy Kale Cheddar and Bacon Soup
Yum! I am loving the flavor of your chicken wings. What a great recipe.
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers recently posted…Grilled Peaches with Brioche #SundaySupper
Thanks so much, Jennifer!
I could totally sink my teeth into this dish.
Marlene @Nosh My Way recently posted…Citrus Grilled Chicken Under a Brick #SundaySupper
You can never go wrong with wings…right?!
Looks so good! I’m going to have to try this for our July 4th party. I like that it’s easily made Paleo too!
I’m seeing using that sauce on a whole lot more things too. Looks so good!!
Renee recently posted…Tortellini Salad for #SundaySupper
I want to try it next on steak!