Mediterranean Diet Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

Elevate your chicken wing game with these Mediterranean Diet Crispy Baked Chicken Wings, a healthier take on a game-day favorite! Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, these wings use extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and a medley of aromatic spices like smoked paprika, dried oregano, and thyme to create irresistibly crispy, oven-baked perfection. A zesty finish of lemon zest and fresh parsley adds brightness, making every bite as refreshing as it is satisfying. Ready in just an hour, these guilt-free wings are perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a light and flavorful main dish. Serve them hot and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with the extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice until coated evenly.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken wings, tossing to ensure all wings are evenly coated with the seasoning.

Step 5

Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are not overcrowded to ensure even crisping.

Step 6

Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

While the wings are baking, chop the fresh parsley and set aside.

Step 8

Once the chicken wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and immediately sprinkle with lemon zest and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 9

Serve the wings hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired, and enjoy the Mediterranean flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(993.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2907.1

Total Fat 210.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 51.2g
Cholesterol 1016.0mg	0%
Sodium 6138.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 177.8g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 269.5mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1842.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.1%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 9.2%