Keto Chicken Wings

Keto chicken wing recipe is great to serve as a snack of eaters of Keto diet and lovers of chicken wings.

Even when you are not on this diet, you may still try these tasty golden-brown chicken wings and just make sure to watch your portions. Can’t help trying it at home? Follow our recipe for chicken wings. It’s so simple to make, guys!

Keto Chicken Wings

Recipe by Anna SmallingCourse: Main, SnacksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

45

minutes

Ingredients

• For baked chicken wings

• 3 lbs chicken wings

• 1/2 orange, juice and zest

• 2 tsp ground ginger

• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• For assembling

• 25 oz. broccoli

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill

• 1 cup mayonnaise

• salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• In a bowl, combine juice and zest from the orange, oil and spices, stir well. Place the chicken wings in a plastic bag and pour in the marinade.
• Give the bag a good shake to coat the wings thoroughly. Put aside to marinate for at least 5 minutes but preferably more.
• Place the wings in one layer in a greased baking dish.
• Bake on middle rack in preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until the wings are golden brown and thoroughly cooked.
• Divide the broccoli into small florets and parboil in salted water for a couple of minutes.
• Strain the broccoli and let some of the steam evaporate before adding the remaining ingredients.
• Transfer to a dish and serve with the baked chicken wings.

Notes

• When boiling the broccoli, make sure to cook it until lightly tender but not lose their shape or color.

FAQ

Can I make keto chicken wings without orange juice?
Yes. If you want to reduce carbs further, you can omit the orange juice and use lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, or simply increase the spices and olive oil for flavor.

Are these chicken wings truly keto-friendly?
They are generally keto-friendly, but orange juice adds a small amount of sugar. For strict keto, reduce the quantity or replace it with a lower-carb acid such as lemon juice.

Can I use an air fryer instead of an oven?
Yes. You can air fry the wings at 380–400°F for about 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and fully cooked.

How do I get extra crispy chicken wings?
Pat the wings dry before marinating, spread them in a single layer, and avoid overcrowding the pan. You can also broil them for the last 3–5 minutes.

Can I prepare the wings ahead of time?
Yes. You can marinate the wings up to 24 hours in advance and keep them refrigerated until ready to bake.

Is the broccoli side dish required?
No. The broccoli is optional and can be replaced with celery sticks, cauliflower, or a simple green salad.

Can I substitute the mayonnaise dip?
Yes. You can use ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or garlic aioli, as long as they are low-carb and keto-friendly.

How should leftovers be stored?
Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.

Can I freeze cooked chicken wings?
Yes. Freeze fully cooked wings in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen in the oven or air fryer.

What spices can I add for more flavor?
You can add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, or chili flakes to adjust the flavor while keeping the recipe keto-friendly.