Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings
Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings deliver a citrusy tang from sumac balanced with toasted sesame and thyme, coating juicy, crackly-skinned wings. A touch of honey and lemon brightens each bite, making them ideal for game day spreads, casual dinners, or a standout party platter. Serve with cool yogurt or tahini for contrast and extra depth.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 42 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 15
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 28
- General Wellness
- 1
For za'atar, grind the thyme with a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder. Add the marjoram and grind it finely; transfer the thyme and marjoram to a small bowl.
- 2
Add the sumac, sesame seeds, cumin, black pepper, and cayenne, and stir well. Store in an airtight container until needed.
- 3
For wings, cut whole wings into flat and drum pieces, and place them in a bowl. Add salt and garlic powder, and mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 or up to 24 hours.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with parchment.
- 5
Whisk the egg white, honey, and lemon juice in a small bowl until foamy. Pour over the wings and stir thoroughly. Add the za’atar, and toss until evenly coated. Arrange the wings, evenly spaced, on the prepared pan.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven until the bottoms of the wings begin to brown, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and turn the wings over.
- 7
Continue baking until the wings are well browned and the meat pulls easily from the bone, 20 to 30 minutes more.
- 8
Let the wings rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Place them on a serving tray, drizzle with olive oil, and top with parsley. Sprinkle with additional sumac or za’atar if desired. For a sweeter, stickier version, drizzle with a little more honey.
- Calories 616.69 kcal High 31%
- Protein 46.82 g Good Source 94%
- Carbohydrate 12.87 g 5%
- Total Fat 42.97 g High 55%
- Saturated Fat 11.51 g High 58%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 188.14 mg High 63%
- Sodium 541.81 mg High 24%
- Dietary Fiber 1.43 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 6.67 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 82.04 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 2.38 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 504.52 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin A 15.7 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 2.51 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Eggs 🥚
- Sesame
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Middle Eastern Za'atar Spiced Chicken Wings is an Israeli appetizer recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Wings, and Dried Thyme. Each serving provides about 616.69 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings?
- It is an Israeli recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch or snack.
- What is Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Wings, Dried Thyme, Egg Whites. The full list of 15 is above.
- What goes well with Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings?
- Explore these Israeli side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 616.69 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 15 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings healthy?
- Middle Eastern Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Wings has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 616.69 calories and 46.82 g of protein, or 94% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 541.81 mg (24% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.51 g (58% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Eggs, Sesame and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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