Almond-Crusted Chicken Wings Recipe

Name: Almond-Crusted Chicken Wings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 1/2 pounds chicken wings; 3/4 cup very coarsely chopped natural almonds; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; Zest and juice from 1 lemon

Servings: persons

1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 1/2 pounds chicken wings
3/4 cup very coarsely chopped natural almonds
1/4 cup mayonnaise
Zest and juice from 1 lemon

1
Preheat the oven to 425.
2
In a large bowl, combine the 1/3 cup of olive oil with the paprika, cumin, cayenne and garlic.
3
Stir in the vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
4
Add the wings and almonds and toss.
5
Spread the wings and almonds on a large baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 25 minutes, until cooked through.
6
Meanwhile, in a mini food processor, combine the mayonnaise with the lemon zest and juice.
7
Add the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil and process until smooth; season the aioli with salt and pepper.
8
Turn on the broiler and broil the chicken wings, turning once until they are lightly crisp, 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Transfer the wings and almonds to a platter and serve with the lemon aioli.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon sweet paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Almond-Crusted Chicken Wings falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Almond-Crusted Chicken Wings

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