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Chicken Wings with Lemon and Oregano

Tangy roasted chicken wings flavored with lemon, oregano and cracked black pepper.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 large chicken wings
  • 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns (see notes)
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan) / Gas mark 7 and line a roasting tray with parchment paper.
  • Arrange the 12 large chicken wings in a single layer on the lined tray.
  • Cut the 2 lemons in half, squeeze the juice evenly over the wings, then cut each half into halves and tuck the lemon pieces between the wings.
  • Drizzle the 2 tablespoons olive oil over the wings, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns (or less to taste), and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Roast the wings in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until golden and cooked through, turning once if needed for even browning.
  • Serve immediately, arranging the roasted lemon pieces with the wings.

Equipment

  • roasting tray
  • Parchment Paper
  • Citrus juicer or reamer
  • Knife

Notes

  • There is a lot of black pepper here for strong aromatic heat.
  • If preferred, leave some wings lightly peppered for picky eaters.
  • Reduce the cracked pepper if you are sensitive to spice.