Serve them Greek-style with a side of creamy Tzatziki sauce to dip. More ideas and tips below, so be sure to read on!
In my mind, you really can’t go wrong with chicken wings. And it is nice to have a healthy, delicious option; that’s exactly what these chicken wings with a Greek twist are! They’re pretty easy to make, requiring a sheet pan and two simple steps: First, the chicken wings take on a delicious Greek-style marinade with bold flavors like garlic, lemon and oregano. Then, after some time marinating, we spread them on a baking sheet or two to bake. That’s pretty much it! And I do strongly feel that serving these easy wings with Greek tzatziki sauce–thick, tangy, and creamy yogurt and cucumber sauce–is the way to go. But I do have more ideas and some important tips for you, so be sure to keep reading!
Baked chicken wings with a Greek twist
The biggest draw to this easy baked chicken wings recipe is definitely the Greek flavors in the marinade! No surprise here, the Greek-style marinade begins with a combination of quality extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve EVOO) and lots of lemon juice and lemon zest. From there, we add a good amount of crushed fresh garlic cloves along with dry oregano, and sweet paprika for a little depth and color. For me, a little kick, thanks to cayenne pepper, seals the deal . But you can omit the cayenne pepper, if you prefer.
A few important Tips
These wings are super easy to make, your active time is fairly minimal. And like I said earlier, this recipe involves two simple steps: marinate the wings, then bake them. Still, here a few tips to help you arrive at the best Greek baked chicken wings:
- To save time, buy already cut chicken wings. Most grocery stores carry “party wings” which are already separated into “wingette,” the flat part of the wing that contains two bones, and “drummette,” which is the part that looks like a tiny drumstick.
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken for 2 hours or up to one night. To do that, simply toss the chicken wings in the marinade, cover and refrigerate till later.
- Remove wings from the fridge about 20 to 30 minutes before baking. You don’t want to start with ice cold chicken wings fresh out of the fridge, This can lead to overcooking and uneven cooking.
- Spread the wings in one layer on a large sheet pan or two. Do not over-crowd the chicken wings to that they are each touching the sheet pan and are in contact with its hot surface as they bake.
- For crispier skin, place the baked wings under the broiler for a brief time, watching carefully.
How long to bake chicken wings?
For this recipe, I typically use chicken wings that are already cut or separated into “wingette” and “drummette.” Baked at 400 degrees F, already cut chicken wings should take about 45 to 50 minutes. Keep an eye on the wings, and if you’re not sure, use an instant read thermometer to determine if they are done (internal temperature should read 165 degrees F at the thickest part of a chicken wing.) To finish, place the wings under the broiler briefly to achieve a nice golden brown color and crispier skin.
Can I make them ahead of time?
These easy chicken wings are the perfect party appetizer, and there are a couple of ways you can prepare them ahead of time, if you need to:
- Marinate the chicken wings a few hours ahead or even overnight and bake before your guests arrive (preferred option.) Keep the marinated wings in the fridge in a tight-lid container until you are ready to bake. About 1 1/2 hours or so before your guests arrive, you can work on getting the wings ready and baked. Leave the wings at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes or so, then spread them on one or two sheet pans and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until ready.
- You can prepare and bake these Greek chicken wings one night in advance. Let them cool then refrigerate (do not leave them out more than 2 hours.) To reheat, take the baked chicken wings out of the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes or so. Spread in one layer on a baking sheet. Heat at 350 degrees F heated oven for about 10 to 15 minutes or until warmed through. Tip: you can sprinkle a tiny bit of water on your baked chicken wings before heating to prevent them from drying out. And do check on the wings occasionally, smaller size wings will warm through quickly.
Serve them, Greek-Style!
These baked wings are great just as is, but they can be the perfect centerpiece to a wonderful Greek or Mediterranean-style spread along with Tzataziki sauce (perfect for dipping), or hummus. And as a vegetarian option next to these wings, I’ve often served these baked zucchini; sweet potato fries; or roasted cauliflower next to my baked wings as a vegetarian option!
Leftovers: how long will these keep?
You can store leftover Greek chicken wings in the fridge in a tight-lid container for 3 days or so. And as mentioned earlier, take them out of the fridge about 15 minutes before you are ready to reheat. Reheat in 350 degrees F heated-oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
Watch the quick video for how to make Greek baked wings:
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