Garlic aioli chicken wings with glazed yams
Savor the rich, tangy flavors of chicken wings marinated in garlic aioli, served with sweet and tender glazed yams.
Instructions
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Prepare the Garlic Aioli
- In a blender, combine the mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Prepare the Garlic Aioli
- In a blender, combine the mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Marinate the Chicken Wings
- Coat the chicken wings with the garlic aioli and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken Wings
- Bake the chicken wings in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 40 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
- Prepare the Glazed Yams
- Peel the yams and cut into equal-sized chunks.
- Cook the yams in a pot of boiling water until tender. Drain well.
- In a skillet, melt butter and brown sugar, then add the cooked yams. Toss the yams in the glaze until well coated.
- Voilà!
- Serve the garlic aioli chicken wings with the glazed yams on the side.
Recipe notes
- Chicken Wings: Be sure to marinate the chicken wings for at least 30 minutes. The longer the marinade time, the better the flavor.
- Glazed Yams: Feel free to adjust the amount of butter and brown sugar to achieve your preferred level of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scaled from 1 serving
Measurement system
For the Garlic Aioli:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Chicken Wings and Glazed Yams:
- 1½ pounds chicken wings
- 2 large yams
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar