Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe, Mediterranean-Style
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
4036 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe, Mediterranean-Style
Description
The recipe starts by pureeing a marinade consisting of red onion, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and a mix of Mediterranean spices. The wings are generously salted and soaked in this marinade for several hours, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat. Cooking over direct heat on a hot grill develops a charred, smoky crust while preserving juicy interiors.
The grilled lemons, served alongside and squeezed over the wings, add a fresh acidity that complements the spices. The blend of warm spices and char from the grill creates complex aromatics and flavor depth typical of Mediterranean cuisine. This preparation highlights the balance of spice, citrus, and smoky elements in grilled wings.
Serving with a cooling dip like tzatziki is suggested to contrast the bold spices. The recipe is well suited to outdoor grilling and makes for a flavorful appetizer or casual main dish.
Ingredients
For the marinade
- 1 red onion large, quartered
- 8 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- lemon juice of 2
- 1 teaspoon paprika sweet
- 1 teaspoon Coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper (or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes)
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
For the wings
- 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings
- kosher salt
- lemon 2, halved
Instructions
- In the bowl of a large food processor fitted with a blade, combine the onion, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and spices. Pulse until well combined into a thick marinade.
- Season the chicken wings well with Kosher salt and put them in a zip top bag. Pour the marinade over and zip the bag shut. Massage the bag a bit to distribute the marinade.
- Lay the bag of wings flat on a large plate or tray. Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours, turning the bag over once midway through.
- Heat a gas grill to 425 degrees F and lightly oil the grates.
- Shake off excess marinate then arrange the wings over direct heat. Cover the grill and cook the wings for 15 to 20 minutes, turning over every 5 minutes, until they are fully cooked through. Grill the lemons, flesh side down.
- Serve the wings immediately with the grilled lemons. And squeeze the lemons all over to your liking. Add your favorite sauce for dipping (I like the coolness of Tzatziki yogurt cucumber sauce).
Notes
- Marinate chicken wings for 2 to 4 hours to develop flavor.
- Use freshly grilled lemons to squeeze over wings for bright acidity.
- Cook wings over medium-high direct heat, turning frequently for even char and doneness.
- Complement with a cool cucumber yogurt sauce like tzatziki for balance.
- Use quality extra virgin olive oil and fresh spices for best marinade flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 4036 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 403.6kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.7g | 1% |
| Protein | 19.3g | 39% |
| Fat | 34.6g | 53% |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1g | 36% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4g | 32% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 19.7g | 99% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 78.6mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 82.7mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 227.8mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 3% |
| Sugar | 0.9g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 419.1IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 29.7mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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