Description
Baked Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings are a flavorful and spicy Caribbean-inspired dish, perfect for a party appetizer or a tasty dinner. These wings are marinated in a zesty blend of spices and seasonings, then baked to perfection for a crispy finish.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper or habanero, seeded for less heat
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
For the Chicken Wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings, split and tips removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a food processor or blender, combine all marinade ingredients and blend until smooth.
- Marinate the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken wings, place in a bowl or bag, pour the marinade over, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Bake the Wings: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), arrange wings on a rack over a baking sheet, bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Broil for Crispiness: For extra crispiness, broil the wings for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- Serve: Serve hot with lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust the scotch bonnet pepper for desired heat level.
- For more authentic flavor, grill the wings instead of baking.
- Pair with rice and peas or mango salsa for a delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 wings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
