Keto Za’atar Chicken Wings
These crispy baked keto za’atar chicken wings are packed with Middle Eastern flavor and low on carbs. Perfect for easy dinners, summer meals, or meal prepping. Great with salads, dips, or eaten straight off the tray. Gluten-free, sugar-free, and baked, not fried.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Keto, Low-Carb
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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2 pounds chicken wings (drumettes and flats, tips removed)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons za’atar spice
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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Optional: ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper for heat
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Optional: 1 teaspoon baking powder (for extra crispy skin)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with foil and place a wire rack on top.
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Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps them crisp up.
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In a large bowl, toss wings with olive oil, za’atar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using). Optional: Add baking powder for more crunch.
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Lay wings in a single layer on the rack. Don’t overcrowd.
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Bake for 45–50 minutes, flipping halfway through. Skin should be golden and crispy.
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Serve hot. Add extra za’atar or olive oil if you want a saucy finish.
Notes
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Want to slow cook them? Cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, then crisp under the broiler for 5–7 minutes.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for later.
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Great with cucumber yogurt salad, roasted cauliflower, or a squeeze of lemon juice.
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To air fry: cook at 400°F for 25–30 minutes, shaking halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370 Sugar: 0g Sodium: 520mg Fat: 28g Saturated Fat: 6g Unsaturated Fat: 19g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 2g Fiber: 1g Protein: 29g Cholesterol: 115mg
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-zaatar-chicken-wings/