Basque-Inspired Roasted Chicken Wings and Crispy Potatoes
Fresh from the culinary heart of Northern Spain β San Sebastian β this dish celebrates simplicity and quality of ingredients. The wings and potatoes are seasoned with smoky paprika, oregano, garlic, and sherry vinegar for a rustic yet refined flavor. Perfect with a cold beer and great company.
π Cooking Time & Portions
Prep Time: 15 minutes + marination
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Moderate
π Ingredients
- 750 g chicken wings (7β8 pieces, tip segments removed)
- 750 g potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cubed
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 3/4 tsp sweet paprika (or hot, if you prefer spice)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp sherry vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and fleur de sel, to taste
πͺ Step-by-Step Instructions
- Dry the wings thoroughly with paper towels and cut into segments. Place in a bowl.
- Add the paprika, a pinch of salt, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 1 tsp oregano, vinegar, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Mix well, cover, and marinate in the fridge for several hours or overnight.
- Bring wings to room temperature before cooking.
- Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water for 5 minutes once boiling starts. Drain and shake gently in a colander to remove excess water.
- Preheat oven to 200Β°C (390Β°F).
- In a large baking tray, arrange the wings in one half, packed but not overlapping.
- Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the other half and spread the potatoes evenly, also avoiding overlap for crispness.
- Roast for 45 minutes total. After 25 minutes, stir wings and potatoes separately, then increase oven temperature to 220Β°C (430Β°F) and roast for another 20 minutes.
- In the last 10 minutes, crush the remaining 2 garlic cloves with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp oregano. Pour over wings and potatoes and toss separately to coat.
- Once finished, sprinkle with fleur de sel and serve immediately with a cold beer.
π§Ύ Final Thoughts
This rustic Basque-inspired dish highlights bold but simple flavors β smoky, tangy, and fresh β turning chicken wings and potatoes into a feast worthy of San Sebastian itself.