Grilled chicken wings coated in a savory sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, served on a rustic plate with a yellow napkin and tongs in the background. Perfect for a barbecue or party appetizer.
Kosher Salt Recipes

Grilled Chicken Wings with Tomato-Chili Butter

Wings aren’t a recipe, they’re a lifestyle. I love this sweet, spicy and buttery version that’s simple to make and utilized Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt for texture and Morton® Fine Sea Salt to bring out the flavors in the smooth chili butter!
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Ingredients Instructions

Key Information

Serves

4-6

Ingredient List

Ingredients and measurements.

  • 4 lb chicken wings
  • For Marinade: 4 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • ½ tsp Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt
  • For Garnish : ½ tsp Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt
  • 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
  • For Tomato-Chili Butter: 1 cup clamato tomato juice (or bloody mary mix)
  • ¼ cup your favorite hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • ½ tsp Morton® Fine Sea Salt
  • ¼ tsp fresh ground black pepper

Cooking Instructions

Step-By-Step Cooking Information and Guidance

Step 1

Mix all the marinade ingredients in a large bowl with a whisk.

Step 2

Place the marinade in an airtight bag with the wings.

Step 3

Seal the bag and massage to coat the wings, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.

Step 4

Heat the grill to high, about 400°F, and wipe the grill with a well-oiled towel to avoid sticking.

Step 5

Place the wings on the grill and lower the temperature of the grill to low heat, about 325°F.

Step 6

Cover the wings by lowering the grill lid or with foil and grill for 18-20 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 155°F is reached, turning once or twice.

Step 7

Increase the heat to medium-high and continue grilling the wings for a few minutes on each side to get a charred crispy skin.

Step 8

Remove the wings once they have reached an internal temperature of 165°F.

Step 9

Immediately toss chicken in a bowl with the tomato butter.

Step 10

Garnish the wings with chopped cilantro and Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt.

 

Step 11

For Tomato-Chili Butter:

1.     Combine tomato juice, butter, lime and hot sauce in a mixing bowl. Season with Morton® Fine Sea Salt and black pepper.

2.     The completed butter can be used immediately or placed in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Morton Products USED IN THIS RECIPE

Our products that bring this dish together
Morton Kosher Salt Flakes packaging, 48 oz (3 lb), featuring the brand logo and a graphic of a girl with an umbrella, highlighting trusted quality since 1848. Ideal for cooking and seasoning.

Kosher Salt Flakes 48 oz

Textured Salt To Enhance The Flavor In Any Dish.   Long enjoyed by chefs for its taste, texture and ease of use, Morton Kosher Salt Flakes is considered a fundamental ingredient that can be used to bring out the natural flavors of a wide variety of dishes. The coarse texture of Morton Kosher Salt makes it easy to grab and sprinkle just the perfect amount, allowing you to easily control the amount of salt you add to all your cooking. The compact flakes perfectly adhere to food for ideal flavor enhancement. Morton Kosher Salt Flakes is Kosher certified for use in preparing kosher meals.

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