Best 7 Greek Chicken Wings With Cucumber Dipping Sauce Recipes

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Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delectable recipe for Greek chicken wings accompanied by a refreshing cucumber dipping sauce. This dish tantalizes your taste buds with its aromatic blend of herbs and spices, paying homage to the culinary heritage of Greece. Succulent chicken wings are marinated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, and a touch of paprika, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. As the chicken wings sizzle on the grill or in the oven, their crispy skin and juicy interior beckon you to take a bite. Complementing the chicken wings is a cool and creamy cucumber dipping sauce, made with finely diced cucumbers, tangy yogurt, zesty lemon juice, fresh dill, and a hint of garlic. The sauce's coolness provides a delightful contrast to the warmth of the chicken wings, making each bite a harmonious experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEK CHICKEN WINGS



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Your guests will be delighted to munch on these herbed chicken wings from Lorraine Caland of Thunder Bay Ontario. Just be sure to make plenty of cucumber dipping sauce-it goes quickly!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield about 3 dozen (1 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 pounds frozen chicken wingettes, thawed
CUCUMBER SAUCE:
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed
1 garlic clove, peeled
Dash salt

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lemon juice, oil, honey, oregano, garlic and salt. Add chicken wings; seal bag and toss to coat. Refrigerate overnight., In a blender, combine the sauce ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate until serving., Drain and discard marinade. Place wings on a rack in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 35-40 minutes or until juices run clear, turning once. Serve with cucumber sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein.

HONEY-ROSEMARY WINGS WITH GREEK YOGURT AND LEMON GARLIC DIPPING SAUCE



Honey-Rosemary Wings with Greek Yogurt and Lemon Garlic Dipping Sauce image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Canola oil, for frying
1 dozen chicken wings split at the joint, wing tips removed and discarded
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
1 clove garlic, smashed and minced
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Pinch celery salt
2 to 3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chile-infused honey, such as Mike's Hot Honey
2 cloves garlic, smashed and minced
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
Crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • For the wings: Heat 3 to 4 inches of oil in a large, high-sided pan until it reaches 375 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer. Add the wings in batches and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 13 to 15 minutes.
  • For the dipping sauce: Meanwhile, to a bowl, add the Greek yogurt, chives, garlic, lemon juice and celery salt. Stir to combine and taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • For the hot wing sauce: In a saute pan over medium-high heat, melt the butter, and then add the honey and warm through until loose and viscous.
  • In a large bowl, add the garlic, rosemary, lemon zest and juice and crushed red pepper flakes. Pour the honey-butter into the rosemary mixture.
  • As the wings come out of the fryer, toss in the honey-butter sauce. Season to taste. Serve with the Greek yogurt dipping sauce.

GREEK CHICKEN WINGS WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE



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Garlic, dill and lemon put a Greek spin on wings, and a tangy cucumber sauce makes them even more addictive!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 3h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 container (6 oz) Liberté® Méditerranée lemon yogurt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
24 chicken wing drummettes (about 2 lb)
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix 2 tablespoons of the yogurt, the oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, the garlic, 1 tablespoon dill weed, 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Add chicken. Tightly seal bag; turn several times to coat chicken. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix remaining yogurt and sauce ingredients until well blended. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
  • Heat oven to 425°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Arrange chicken in pan.
  • Bake 50 to 55 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg

GREEK CHICKEN AND CUCUMBER SAUCE



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Make and share this Greek Chicken and Cucumber Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time P1DT1h4m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon cumin
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb boneless skinless chicken
1 English cucumber, peeled, seeded and grated
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup skim milk yogurt
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried mint)
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Combine marinade ingredients and pour over chicken.
  • Marinate in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and grill over medium heat for 5 -7 minutes per side.
  • Serve with rice, or oven roasted potatoes, and cucumber sauce.
  • Makes 4 servings.
  • Tip: The marinade can also be used on strips of chicken.
  • After marinating, thread the strips onto skewers and grill for 5 - 7 minutes per side.
  • CUCUMBER SAUCE:.
  • In a strainer mix cucumber and salt and set aside for at least 15 minutes.
  • Squeeze excess liquid from cucumber.
  • Blend grated cucumber with remaining sauce ingredients and refrigerate until needed.
  • Serve with Greek Chicken.
  • Tip: If you don't have a strainer put cucumber and salt in a double layer of paper coffee filters.
  • Gently squeeze the excess liquid out of the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.5, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 83.9, Sodium 1271.1, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 5.1, Protein 27

GREEK CHICKEN WINGS W/CUCUMBER FETA SAUCE



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Make and share this Greek Chicken Wings W/Cucumber Feta Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FloridaGrl

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen wings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 lbs chicken wings, thawed
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large, resealable plastic bag, combine the lemon juice, oil, honey, oregano, garlic and salt. Add the chicken wingettes; seal bag and toss to coat. Refrigerate overnight.
  • In a blender, combine sauce ingredients. Cover, process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl. Cover; refrigerate until serving.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Drain and discard marinade. Place wingettes on a rack in a greased 15x10x1 inch baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400 for 35-40 minutes, or until juices run clear, turning once. Serve with the cucumber sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1567.4, Fat 112.4, SaturatedFat 33, Cholesterol 493.7, Sodium 1129.1, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 15.1, Protein 116.3

TERIYAKI CHICKEN WINGS WITH HOT MANGO DIPPING SAUCE



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Chicken wings basted with an orange-soy-ginger sauce are served with a mango-orange dipping sauce.

Provided by In The Raw

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     In The Raw® Sweeteners

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
½ cup reduced sodium chicken broth
¼ cup mirin
⅓ cup Stevia In The Raw® Bakers Bag
2 tablespoons frozen (thawed) orange juice concentrate
2 garlic cloves, sliced lengthwise
¾ inch piece fresh ginger, in 3 slices
16 chicken wings
1 cup diced fresh mango
2 tablespoons brown mustard
2 tablespoons orange marmalade fruit spread
2 (1 gram) packets Stevia In The Raw®
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons chopped scallions

Steps:

  • In small saucepan, combine all the sauce ingredients. Boil sauce over medium-high heat for 10 minutes. Cool sauce to room temperature. If desired, remove garlic and ginger, transfer sauce to tightly covered container, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line baking pan, 15" x 11" or larger, with foil. Coat 2(10" x 10") wire racks with cooking spray and set in the pan, overlapping them.
  • Cut off first joint of chicken wings and discard. Arrange wings in prepared baking pan in one layer, smooth side up. Bake wings for 10 minutes.
  • Brush wings on both sides with sauce and bake, smooth side up, for 5 minutes. Brush with sauce again and bake, underside up, for 5 minutes. Brush wings a third time and bake, smooth side up, for 5 minutes. Brush wings again, and bake, underside up, for 10 minutes. Reduce oven to 400 degrees F. Brush tops of wings with sauce and bake, topside up, for 10 minutes.
  • Arrange wings on serving plate. Discard any remaining sauce.
  • In mini-food processor, whirl all sauce ingredients except scallions together until smooth. Transfer sauce to bowl and garnish with scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 38.9 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 773.9 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

EASY GREEK YOGURT CUCUMBER SAUCE



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This concoction is a result of my experimental efforts in trying to copy a favorite Greek restaurant's tzatziki sauce. Serve with gyros, pita bread, chips, or raw veggies.

Provided by Polly Rinas Janos

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon lemon juice
1 small cucumber - peeled, seeded, and finely chopped
1 green onion
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon lemon zest
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir together the yogurt, sour cream, vinegar, lemon juice, cucumber, green onion, garlic, feta cheese, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl; cover and chill 8 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 62.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your wings and dipping sauce.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when you're baking the wings. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Bake the wings until they're golden brown and crispy. This will ensure that they're cooked through and have a nice flavor.
  • Make the dipping sauce ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld together.
  • Serve the wings with a variety of dipping sauces. This will allow your guests to choose their favorite.

Conclusion:

These Greek chicken wings with cucumber dipping sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. The wings are crispy and flavorful, and the dipping sauce is cool and refreshing. This dish is perfect for any occasion, and your guests will love it!

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