(Metro News Service) Football fans know there's nothing quite like the playoffs. Whether your passion rests with college football or the action on the professional gridiron, there's plenty of exciting football to watch in the early weeks of winter.

Game watch parties are wildly popular. Indeed, big games are even more enjoyable when watched alongside fellow fans. When hosting a game watch party at home, certain culinary staples, including chicken wings, need to make an appearance. Fans hosting playoff parties this playoff season can ensure guests get what they need by offering up these "Zesty Chicken Wings" from Lines+Angles.

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Zesty Chicken Wings

Makes 4 servings

For the marinade:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small white onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 cups Barbecue sauce (your favorite)
• 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
• 1 teaspoon turmeric

For the chicken wings:

• 1 1/2 pounds chicken wings
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon oil, for the grill

1. Combine all of the ingredients for the marinade in a food processor. Pulse until blended well.

2. Rinse chicken wings under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Place the marinade and chicken wings into a large resealable plastic storage bag. Seal the bag securely. Squeeze the bag several times, coating the chicken wings thoroughly with the marinade. Place the bag in the refrigerator and marinate overnight.

4. Prepare the grill for direct grilling. Brush the grill grate lightly with oil. Barbecue the wings over medium-hot coals or at medium high-heat for 5-7 minutes on each side (turning once, halfway through) until they are cooked through and golden brown.

5. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce (optional).