Greek Baked Chicken Wings Recipe

Easy Baked Chicken Wings Recipe; ready Greek-style with garlic, olive oil, juice and oregano. Finished with a bit feta cheese and recent parsley and served with a classic Greek Tzatziki sauce.

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You can judge this, succeeding time we have a tendency to host a gathering of any kind, these Greek chicken wings are on the menu!

As the title indicates, this baked chicken wings instruction could be a easy Greek twist on the beloved classic. The key's within the marinade–olive oil, scores of citrus, garlic, and many spices, together with a generous quantity of oregano.

I like to bake these Greek chicken wings till they're nice and tender. A aspect of Greek Tzatziki (yogurt and cucumber sauce) is all you would like next to those wings!

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE MARINADE

• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 2 large lemons, zested and juiced (about 1/2 cup lemon juice)
• 6 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 1 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, if you want spicy wings)

FOR THE WINGS

• 3 lb chicken wings
• Crumbled feta cheese, for garnish
• Sliced lemons, for garnish
• Fresh chopped prasley, for garnish
• FOR THE DIPPING TZATZIKI SAUCE
• See Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make the marinade a couple of hours and up to one day ahead of time. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice and zest, and the remaining marinade ingredients (only add the cayenne if you want spicy wings).
2. Now add the chicken wings and toss to coat the wings evenly. Cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours or overnight.
3. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spread the chicken wings on a large baking sheet and bake in the heated oven for 45-50 minutes. Move the chicken wings to the top rack and broil briefly until the skin turns golden brown and crispy. Remove from heat when ready (internal temperature should register at least 165 degrees F).
4. While the chicken wings are baking, make the Tzatziki sauce according to this recipe. Transfer to a serving bowl, and cover the sauce and refrigerate until ready for use (just give the sauce a little stir just before serving).
5. Transfer the chicken wings to a serving bowl or platter. Garnish with feta cheese, lemon slices, and a generous sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve with the Greek Tzatziki sauce. Enjoy!

Recipe From : The Mediterranean Dish