Crispy Baked Chicken Wings with Fresh Green Salad
Crispy herb-roasted chicken wings served alongside a refreshing mixed green salad with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and extra virgin olive oil. A satisfying, low-carb meal completely free of dairy and added sugars.
Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
50 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by ERNESTINE + Lila
ERNESTINE created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
50 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Whisk
Time saver
Store leftover cooked wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in an air fryer or oven to regain crispness.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Pat the chicken wings dry
Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel to ensure maximum crispiness.
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Toss the chicken wings with half of…
In a bowl, toss the chicken wings with half of the extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Look for: evenly coated
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Arrange the chicken wings in a single…
Arrange the chicken wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Bake in the oven for 35 to…
Bake in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Look for: the skin is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
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Combine the mixed greens
While the wings bake, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber in a large salad bowl.
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Whisk the remaining extra virgin olive oil…
In a small cup, whisk the remaining extra virgin olive oil with fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a simple dressing.
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Drizzle the dressing over the salad and…
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
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Transfer the cooked chicken wings and fresh…
Transfer the cooked chicken wings and fresh salad to a plate and serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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