Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

ranch salad dressing

purchased

4.5 unit

green chilies

chopped

0.5 cup

flour

1.25 unit

taco seasoning mix

2 tsp

oil

24 unit

chicken drummettes

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Spray a large cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 3
~3 min

In a blender, combine ranch dressing and green chilies.

Step 4
~3 min

Process until smooth to create dipping sauce.

Step 5
~3 min

Place the dipping sauce in a container and refrigerate while preparing the drumettes.

Step 6
~3 min

In a shallow dish, combine flour and taco seasoning mix.

Step 7
~3 min

Add oil to the flour mixture and stir until well combined.

Step 8
~3 min

Coat each chicken drumette with the flour mixture, ensuring even coverage, and use up all the flour mixture.

Step 9
~3 min

Place the coated drumettes in a single layer on the prepared cookie sheet.

Step 10
~3 min

Bake for 15 minutes, then turn the drumettes over.

Step 11
~3 min

Bake for an additional 17 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve the warm drumettes with the chilled green chili ranch dressing as a dipping sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy wings, pat the chicken dry before coating.

Adjust the amount of taco seasoning to your desired level of spiciness.

Serve with additional toppings like chopped cilantro or shredded cheese.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dipping sauce can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer for a Mexican-themed party.

Enjoy with a side of Mexican rice and beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Corn on the cob
Mexican rice
Black beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer and party food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Super Bowl
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

party
game day
celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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