Serves: 3–4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Marinade Time: 1–12 hours (recommended)
Cook Time: 45–55 minutes

Ingredients

• 500g Organic Chicken Wings

• 8 Organic Chicken Drumsticks

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp smoked paprika

• 1 tbsp sweet paprika

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp chilli flakes (add more for hotter)

• 1 tsp fine sea salt

• ½ tsp cracked black pepper

• 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey (optional for caramelisation)

• 1 lemon (zest + juice)

• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (or sherry vinegar)

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 fresh red chilli, chopped finely (optional for heat)

• Splash of hot sauce (optional, for “Nando’s” kick)

To Serve (Optional Fakeaway Sides):

• Chips or smashed potatoes

• Coleslaw or leafy salad

• Spicy rice (or turmeric rice)

• Corn on the cob with butter

Method

1. Make the Marinade
   In a bowl, mix garlic, paprika (smoked + sweet), oregano, chilli flakes, salt, pepper, sugar/honey, lemon zest & juice, vinegar, olive oil and optional chilli/hot sauce.

2. Marinate the Chicken
   Place wings and drumsticks into a shallow dish or bag, pour over the marinade and coat well.
   Marinate at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavour.

3. Cook the Chicken (Oven or Airfryer Version Below)
   Oven:
   Preheat to 200°C (180°C fan).
   Spread chicken on a lined tray and roast for 45–55 minutes, turning once and spooning over juices midway.
   Finish under the grill for 3–5 minutes for char.

   Airfryer (Optional):
   190°C for 25–30 minutes, shaking halfway, then blast for 3–4 minutes to crisp.

4. Serve Fakeaway Style
   Pile onto a platter with your chosen sides (chips, rice, salad) and spoon over any sticky tray juices.
   Squeeze extra lemon on top for brightness.

Why It Works

• Drumsticks + wings love bold spices and citrus

• High fat content = natural crisping & flavour

• Char + acidity = classic takeaway flavour without additives

• Easily adaptable to spice level + dietary needs

Variations & Upgrades

• Extra Hot: add peri-peri sauce, bird’s eye chillies or cayenne

• Mild: omit fresh chilli + flakes, add extra honey

• Lemon & Herb: double lemon + oregano, remove chilli

• BBQ Version: swap vinegar for BBQ sauce + smoked paprika