Brazilian Chicken Wings

These Brazilian Style Chicken Wings are one of those recipes that instantly grab your attention. After marinating overnight in fresh lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper, the wings are lightly coated in flour and fried until golden brown and incredibly crispy. What makes them stand out is the finishing touch, hot olive oil infused with sliced garlic poured directly over the wings. The aroma is unbelievable. The lime adds brightness, the garlic adds bold flavor, and the crispy skin delivers the perfect crunch in every bite. Finished with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes, these wings are simple, authentic, and absolutely addictive.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

If you're tired of traditional buffalo wings, this recipe is a game changer. The overnight lime and garlic marinade gives the chicken incredible flavor all the way through, while the light flour coating creates a crispy texture without heavy breading. The finishing garlic oil adds a rich savory flavor that takes these wings to another level. They're simple to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for game day, parties, family gatherings, or anytime you're craving crispy fried chicken wings.

Variations

Spicy Brazilian Wings

Add extra red pepper flakes and serve with hot sauce.

Lemon Garlic Wings

Replace the lime juice with fresh lemon juice.

Air Fryer Version

Air fry at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Brazilian Parmesan Wings

Finish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese after adding the garlic oil.

Cilantro Lime Wings

Replace parsley with chopped cilantro for a fresh flavor twist.

Smoky Brazilian Wings

Add 1 teaspoon smoked paprika to the flour mixture.

Brazilian Chicken Wings

These Brazilian Style Chicken Wings are marinated in lime and garlic, lightly coated in flour, fried until crispy, and finished with sautéed garlic and fresh parsley. They are crunchy, flavorful, and packed with authentic Brazilian-inspired flavor.

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Prep Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Ingredients

  

• 2 lbs small chicken wings
• Juice of 3 limes
• 5 garlic cloves minced
• 5 garlic cloves sliced
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Red pepper flakes
• Fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, combine, Lime juice, Minced garlic, Salt, and Black pepper
• Add the chicken wings and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Place the flour and marinated wings into a large zip-top bag. Seal and shake until all wings are lightly coated.
• Heat oil in a large pot to about 375°F. Lower the heat to medium-low.
• Working in batches, fry 5 to 6 wings at a time. Cook until the wings are fully cooked and beginning to brown.
• Increase the heat to high. Continue frying until the wings become deep golden brown and crispy.
• Transfer to a paper towel-lined tray. Repeat until all wings are cooked.
• In a skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the sliced garlic. Cook until lightly golden and fragrant.
• Transfer the wings to a serving platter. Pour the hot garlic oil and garlic slices over the wings.
• Sprinkle with: Fresh parsley and Red pepper flakes
• Serve with lime wedges and hot sauce if desired.

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Recipe Tips

For the crispiest wings, fry them in two stages. Start at a lower temperature to fully cook the chicken, then increase the heat during the final few minutes to create an extra crispy golden-brown exterior. This technique gives you juicy meat inside and crunchy skin outside.

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