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    Home > Appetizers and Beverages > Crispy Baked Limoncello Chicken Wings

    Crispy Baked Limoncello Chicken Wings

    Published: Jun 23, 2013 · Modified: Jun 15, 2022 by Lea Ann Brown · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Limoncello Baked Chicken Wings.

    Limoncello chicken wings are seasoned with fresh lemons, lemon juice, Limoncello liqueur, rosemary and oregano. Baked into crispy lemony bliss, you’re going to flip over this chicken wing recipe.

    Limoncello Baked Chicken Wings.

    I really enjoy recreating dishes I’ve ordered at restaurants. Heather and I ordered Limoncello Chicken Wings as an appetizer over at Raccas Pizzeria in Inverness. After our first bite we said in unison “We have to make these at home”.

    Limoncello grilled chicken wings

    Instead of trying to guess the ingredients, I have the official recipe from the restaurant.

    The marinade is a combination of Limoncello, herbs and fresh lemon juice, which turns out a killer wing.

    Why This Recipe for Limoncello Chicken Wings Works

    This is one of Denver’s most popular Chicken Wing Recipe and here’s a few reasons the recipe works.

    • Marinating the wings tart Limoncello Liqueur not only infuses some irresistible flavor, the liqueur tenderizes the wings.
    • Using fresh lemons insures that this recipe is fresh with lemony goodness.
    • Limited Italian spices such as rosemary and oregano compliment this Italian chicken wing recipe.
    • This recipe can either be baked in the oven or grilled. We prefer to grill.
    • This can be served as a crowd-pleasing Italian chicken wing appetizer, as it’s a great starter for pizza, or your favorite spaghetti or lasagna dinner.

    Since I don’t have a coal fired pizza oven like Raccas, I grilled these wings and we loved every bite. I just served them as a main course with a salad and risotto as sides.

    The wings are sprinkled with parsley and cooked onion and surrounded with toasted pizza dough wedges.

    I always love hearing from my readers. Here’s a review of this recipe from Sharon in Denve

    “I made the recipe and it was a HUGE hit. I doubled it as I had almost 8 lbs of chicken, mostly dark but a couple of breasts.I did not, however, double the olive oil, it seemed a bit much already but doubled everything else and added garlic but not ginger.I marinated the chicken for 10 hours.”

    Recipe for Limoncello Chicken Wings

    I hope you give this recipe for Limoncello Chicken Wings and try. And if you do, please come back and give the recipe a star rating and leave a comment about your experience with the recipe.

    And if you have a favorite recipe using limoncello, let me know, I’d love to give it a try.

    More Chicken Wing Recipes

    • Santa Fe Chicken Wings
    • Honey Butter Horseradish Grilled Chicken Wings
    • Black Pepper Grilled Chicken Wings

    And if you’re looking for more chicken recipes, don’t miss my Chicken Category, where you’ll find lots of great ideas. Including the most popular chicken recipe on my site for this Italian Chicken Recipe for Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan.

    Limoncello Baked Chicken Wings.

    Limoncello Chicken Wings

    chicken wings are seasoned with fresh lemons, lemon juice, Limoncello liqueur, rosemary and oregano. Baked into crispy lemony bliss, you're going to flip over this chicken wing recipe.
    4.50 from 2 votes
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    Course: Appetizer Recipes
    Cuisine: Italian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Marinate: 1 day
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 435kcal
    Author: Lea Ann Brown

    Ingredients

    • 3 whole lemons quartered and seeded
    • 1/2 Cup Limoncello Liqueur
    • 6 Tablespoons rosemary fresh
    • 1/2 teaspoon oregano fresh
    • 2 Tablespoons kosher salt
    • 1 pinch crushed Red pepper flakes
    • 1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil
    • 5 pounds chicken wings
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    Instructions

    • Blend the quartered lemons, limoncello and the rest of the marinade ingredients in a food processor.
    • In a bowl, fully coat the chicken wings and marinate in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
    • Remove the marinade and bake or grill wings at 450 degrees until browned and cooked through. 20 – 30 minutes. Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 1857mg | Potassium: 253mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 272IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Limoncello Chicken Wings…It’s What’s for Dinner.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. linda says

      July 05, 2013 at 10:58 am

      what is boyajian oils everyone is talking about

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        July 06, 2013 at 6:12 am

        I’ve sent you an email.

        Reply
    2. Chris says

      June 28, 2013 at 12:02 pm

      Hmmm coal fired pizza oven, you say?

      Reply
    3. Barbara says

      June 26, 2013 at 6:33 am

      I have such a BIG bottle of limoncello, too. 🙂 You did a super job of re-inventing Marco’s recipe, Lea Ann. Gosh, those look so good.

      Reply
    4. Lea Ann says

      June 25, 2013 at 1:54 pm

      And then we should meet up at Marcos and see how we did.

      Reply
    5. Lisa @ Whisk & Cleaver says

      June 25, 2013 at 10:31 am

      I’m saving this one! I actually just bought a bottle of limencello this weekend and was wondering what to do with it (other than sip it!).

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:46 pm

        Thanks for stopping by and the comment. I really hope you check back in with a “nay or yay”. I’ll be anxious to hear what you thing.

        Reply
    6. Kirsten@ My Kitchen in the Rockies says

      June 24, 2013 at 8:54 pm

      5 stars
      Well what a fantastic use of limoncello. I will have to try this, too, especially since I have lots of limoncello in our bar.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:47 pm

        We’ll have to go to Marcos and make sure we made em right. 🙂

        Reply
    7. Jenn says

      June 24, 2013 at 7:25 pm

      Oh my word, this sounds amazing… must try this one for sure!!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:47 pm

        Thanks Jenn. Let me know what you think.

        Reply
    8. Greg says

      June 24, 2013 at 5:27 pm

      I HAVE to try this! Looks amazing.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:48 pm

        Thanks Greg.

        Reply
    9. JC says

      June 24, 2013 at 3:49 pm

      Wow, these sound better then tequila lime chicken wings. Will give them a try very soon.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:48 pm

        ok, now I’ve got to try tequila lime wings.

        Reply
    10. Holly says

      June 24, 2013 at 2:59 pm

      This sounds great! First Ya-Ya’s and now Marco’s– you are making beautiful dishes that rival those on these restaurant menus.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:49 pm

        Thanks Holly. Maybe we should meet at Marcos for a taste test.

        Reply
    11. adam @unorthodoxepicure says

      June 24, 2013 at 2:51 pm

      Your plating looks fine to me … and the recipe looks great! Boyajian oils are excellent for infusing some serious flavor. I have a shelf of them in the pantry, yet I’ve never even considered jazzing up my wings, chicken or ribs with them. Thank you for the much-needed smack upside the head! 🙂

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:49 pm

        love..love..love Boyajian oils. I even keep them on the fridge door, just in case.

        Reply
    12. Susan says

      June 24, 2013 at 1:54 pm

      I’d love to try this. I think they would be wonderful grilled too. I happen to have some home made limoncello in my freezer 🙂

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:50 pm

        I ran out of the last of my homemade this Winter, so had to fork over the dollars to buy some.

        Reply
    13. Larry says

      June 24, 2013 at 1:43 pm

      They good and sound great and I’m becoming more of a lemon fan with every tangy recipe. You’ve posted much more than normal lately so I have to ask – did you quit your job?

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:51 pm

        No, actually busier than ever at work. I’m just going through an inspired phase.

        Reply
    14. Karen says

      June 24, 2013 at 1:30 pm

      I could eat a plate full of these!

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:51 pm

        I did eat a plate full.

        Reply
    15. Vickie says

      June 24, 2013 at 9:06 am

      Another wonderful recreation! I love that you added the Boyojian to the mix. (I’m so flipping addicted to those oils). 🙂

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:51 pm

        I love those Boyajian oils. Thanks for showing me the light.

        Reply
    16. Cathy at Wives with Knives says

      June 24, 2013 at 7:17 am

      What a delicious sounding marinade. I actually have a bottle of Limoncello so will be trying this very soon. It’s so nice to be outside grilling again.

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:53 pm

        I agree Cathy! Thanks for stopping by and the comment.

        Reply
    17. Emma @ Fork and Good says

      June 24, 2013 at 2:29 am

      4 stars
      I’ve got a real weakness for chicken wings, and these actually made my stomach growl. Looks brilliant! Dool worthy

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:54 pm

        Thanks Emma! So nice of you to take the time to comment.

        Reply
    18. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

      June 23, 2013 at 6:10 pm

      Looking at your plate of chicken wings, Marcos should start worrying. 🙂

      Reply
      • Lea Ann says

        June 25, 2013 at 1:55 pm

        Karen, that about the best comment I’ve ever received. Thanks 🙂

        Reply

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