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    Eat Fresh Glow » Recipes » Appetizers and Snacks

    Zesty Baked Italian Style Chicken Wings

    Published: Jun 8, 2022 · Modified: Apr 4, 2023 by Jacqui Wilson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    italian dressing chicken wings on white plate.
    italian dressing chicken wings on white plate.

    This easy chicken recipe of zesty baked Italian style chicken wings is simple, healthy and delicious. Mediterranean flavors made with a garlicky Italian dressing of fresh Italian herbs. Bake in the oven or use air fryer option for crispier wings.

    zesty baked italian style chicken wings on 2 plates with dipping sauce.

    Versatile - perfect for lunch, dinner, side dish, game-day finger food, picnic or backyard bbq. An easy party food for game day, family and friends. Can also be made in an air fryer in 16 minutes for super crispy wings!

    Healthy - high-protein oven baked chicken that's not fried. A delicious recipe with light and zesty flavors you can feel good about.

    Finger food - the perfect finger food when watching the big game, with garlicky Mediterranean flavors.

    Easy - just toss in an Italian dressing and bake. No marinating required.

    You can serve these crispy oven baked chicken wings on a bed of rice or alongside my Crunch Cabbage Salad with Mint, Kale Mango Salad with Honey Lime Vinaigrette or my Maple Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower. If you love chicken wings then you'll love my Sticky Baked Sesame Chicken Wings and Rice.

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    • Expert tips and variations
    • How to make zesty Italian chicken wings
    • Frequently asked questions
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    Key ingredients and substitutions

    labeled ingredients for italian style chicken wings.
    • Fresh garlic - adds a pungent depth to the Italian dressing. Substitute with garlic powder.
    • Fresh herbs - I use a mix of oregano, rosemary and cilantro but you can also substitute with basil, thyme or parsley.
    • Crushed red peppers flakes - adds some zesty heat. Add more or less depending on your taste. Swap for hot sauce or any of your favorite sauces.
    • White wine vinegar - used in many Italian dressings. Red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar or soy sauce will work well too. Fresh lemon juice can also be swapped in.
    • Chicken wings - they're often sold as drumettes and wingettes, which work well for sharing because it will double your quantity of wings. Whole chicken wings can also be substituted. You'll get 4-5 whole wings in a pound and about 8-10 drummette and wingettes in a pound (about half a kilo).

    See recipe card below for all ingredients and quantities.

    Expert tips and variations

    • Italian dressing - make sure the wings are fully coated with the Italian dressing before baking. Marinate for an hour or overnight to deepen the flavors but they're also perfectly delicious if baked right away. Sprinkle the finished wings with parmesan cheese if you do dairy.
    • Crispy wings - if you want crispy baked Italian chicken wings, set them under the broiler for a few minutes at the end of baking. Keep and eye on them though since they can burn easily!
    • Dipping sauce - Toss them in the dipping sauce before serving to intensify the flavors, or add an extra tablespoon or two of extra virgin olive oil and serve the dipping sauce on the side.
    • Dried Italian herbs - no fresh herbs on hand? Use Italian seasoning instead. For ¼ cup of fresh herbs, substitute a total of 1 tablespoon of dried herbs.
    • Storage - these wings can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Do not leave the baked wings at room temperature for longer than 2 hours before refrigerating or freezing.
    • Air fryer option - Preheat you air fryer at 400°F. Place wings in a single layer in air fryer basket and bake for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking time (8 minutes per side). The wings will be golden brown and crispy.

    How to make zesty Italian chicken wings

    1. Heat oven to 400°F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    process shot of raw wings in bowl with marinade in small bowl.
    1. Thoroughly pat wings dry with paper towel. Make Italian dressing by mixing olive oil, garlic, fresh herbs, crushed red peppers, white wine vinegar, sea salt and pepper.
    process shot of raw wings tossed in italian dressing.
    1. Toss wings with Italian dressing.
    raw chicken wings with dressing on tray ready for baking.
    1. With tongs, place wings on prepared pan in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown with crispy edges. 

    Note: Air fryer option - preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place prepared wings in a single layer in air fryer basket and bake for 16 minutes, flipping wings half way through (8 minutes per side).

    1. Meanwhile, in a small bowl mix together the dipping sauce by combining the extra virgin olive oil, chopped fresh herbs and crushed red pepper flakes.
    1. To serve, either toss wings in dipping sauce or serve wings on a platter with a side dish of dipping sauce. You may need to add an extra tablespoon or two of extra virgin olive oil to the side of dipping sauce.

    overhead shot of baked italian style chicken wings on 2 plates with small dish of hot pepper flakes.

    Frequently asked questions

    How long are chicken wings good for?

    Baked chicken wings can last up to 2 hours at room temperature so they're perfect for picnic, party, or game-day get together. They can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days, and frozen for up to 3 months.

    How many chicken wings in a pound?

    You'll get 4-5 whole wings in a pound and about 8-10 drummette and wingettes in a pound (about half a kilo).

    Can I make chicken wings in an air fryer?

    These zesty Italian chicken wings can easily be made in an air fryer. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place the dressed wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Bake for 16 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through. The wings will be golden brown with crispy edges.

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    Recipe

    zesty baked italian style chicken wings on white plate with sprinkle of hot pepper flakes.

    Zesty Baked Italian Style Chicken Wings

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    This easy chicken recipe of zesty baked Italian style chicken wings is simple, healthy and delicious. Mediterranean flavors made with a garlicky Italian dressing of fresh Italian herbs.
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    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 409kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 large bowl
    • 1 small bowl
    • 1 rimmed baking sheet

    Ingredients

    Italian dressing for wings:

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • ⅓ cup chopped fresh herbs (I use a mix of oregano, rosemary and cilantro)
    • 2 teaspoons crushed red peppers flakes
    • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 lb (900 grams) chicken wings (drumettes and wingettes)

    Sauce:

    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (an extra 2 tablespoons if using as a dipping sauce)
    • ⅓ cup chopped fresh herbs (I use a mix of oregano and cilantro)
    • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional if you like it extra zesty)

    Instructions

    • Heat oven to 400°F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    • In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, fresh herbs, crushed red peppers, white wine vinegar, sea salt and pepper. Thoroughly pat wings dry and add to mixture. Toss well to coat.
    • With tongs, place wings on prepared pan in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown with crispy edges. 
    • Meanwhile, in a small bowl mix together the sauce by combining the extra virgin olive oil, chopped fresh herbs, crushed red pepper flakes.
    • To serve, either toss wings in Italian sauce or serve wings on a platter with a side dish of dipping sauce.

    Notes

    • Air fryer option - preheat to 400°F. Place wings in air fryer basket in a single layer and bake 16 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking time. Wings will be golden brown and crispy.
    • Thoroughly pat wings dry with paper towels. This will help Italian herb dressing to stick to the wings.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4wings | Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 702mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
    Author: Jacqui Wilson
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Italian/American
    Diet: Gluten Free

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