Peruvian-Style Baked Chicken Wings: A Flavor Everyone Will Love!
Deliciously Tender Oven-Baked Chicken Wings with Peruvian Seasoning
Unlike the spicy Cajun flavor, Peruvian seasoning offers a mild yet deeply aromatic taste. With fewer spices to manage, this Peruvian chicken seasoning comes together in under 3 minutes, making it incredibly easy to prepare. Enjoy a crowd-pleasing dish that the whole family will adore.
Using Measuring Spoons- 60ml Lime Juice (from about 2-3 fresh limes)
- 1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground is best for aroma)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic (use fresh garlic for the best flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Salt
- 2 tsp Paprika Powder (smoked paprika adds a lovely depth)
- 1 Tbsp Cumin Powder (essential for that authentic Peruvian flavor)
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 2 tsp Sugar (adjust to your sweetness preference)
- 3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Main Ingredients- 8 Chicken Wings
- 4 Chicken Drumettes (optional, but adds variety to the dish)
- 8 Chicken Wings
- 4 Chicken Drumettes (optional, but adds variety to the dish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the Peruvian seasoning. In a medium bowl, combine all the dry ingredients: black pepper, salt, paprika powder, cumin powder, dried oregano, and sugar. Add the freshly minced garlic, zesty lime juice, and the extra virgin olive oil. Whisk everything together until smooth and well combined, ensuring no lumps remain. This vibrant Peruvian chicken seasoning is ready in under 3 minutes, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
Step 2
Next, gently loosen the skin from the chicken wings and drumettes by carefully sliding your fingers between the skin and the meat. This creates pockets for the marinade to penetrate, resulting in more tender and flavorful chicken. Generously coat the chicken pieces, both inside and out, with the prepared Peruvian seasoning. Make sure to get some seasoning underneath the skin for maximum flavor infusion.
Step 3
Allow the seasoned chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. For an even more intense flavor, marinating overnight is highly recommended. The longer it marinates, the deeper the flavors will meld. If you remember, give the chicken a toss or two during the marinating time to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
Step 4
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) using either the conventional or convection setting. Arrange the marinated chicken pieces on a baking sheet, ensuring they have some space between them. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the skin starts to turn golden brown. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 180°C (350°F) and continue baking for another 10 to 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Cooking times may vary depending on your oven and the size of the chicken pieces, so keep an eye on them for the perfect crispiness.
Step 5
While the chicken is baking to perfection, prepare a delicious side dish. For this recipe, I’ve opted for crispy potatoes, pan-fried until golden brown on all sides in peanut oil (or your preferred cooking oil). This adds a wonderful textural contrast and complements the flavors of the Peruvian chicken beautifully. Serve the hot, freshly baked chicken wings alongside the golden potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy.
