Jerk Chicken Wings Recipe
These flavorful Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings are marinated in a spicy, aromatic blend of Scotch bonnet peppers, thyme, allspice, and lime juice, then baked to crispy perfection and brushed with reserved marinade for an extra punch of flavor. Perfect as a delicious appetizer or main dish with a Caribbean twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes plus marinating time
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Ingredients
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Marinade Ingredients
- 2 green onions (roughly chopped)
- ½ onion (roughly chopped)
- 2 Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers (seeds and ribs removed for less spiciness)
- 1 small knob fresh ginger (peeled)
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tbsp ground allspice
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground pepper
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or any vinegar)
- juice of 1 lime
Main Ingredient
- 3–4 lbs chicken wings
Instructions
- Blend: Combine the green onions, onion, Scotch bonnet peppers, ginger, garlic, dried thyme, allspice, brown sugar, salt, pepper, soy sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and lime juice in a food processor or blender. Pulse or blend until mostly smooth to create the jerk marinade.
- Marinate: Reserve ½ cup of the marinade for later brushing. Place the chicken wings in a large plastic bag or bowl and pour in the remaining marinade. Toss the wings until they are well coated. Cover or seal and refrigerate to marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably up to 8 hours for deeper flavor.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the marinated chicken wings on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes until they start to cook through and brown.
- Brush: Remove the wings from the oven and brush them generously with the reserved ½ cup of jerk marinade.
- Finish Baking: Return the wings to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Continue baking until the edges are nicely browned and the wings are crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, top the wings with chopped green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve immediately and enjoy your spicy Jamaican jerk wings!
Notes
- For less heat, remove the seeds and ribs from the peppers or reduce the number of Scotch bonnet peppers in the marinade.
- Marinating overnight enhances the flavor intensity and tenderness of the wings.
- If you don’t have a food processor, a blender works just as well.
- You can serve these wings with a side of rice and peas or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Use parchment paper or a wire rack on your baking sheet to prevent sticking and to allow even cooking.
Keywords: Jerk Chicken Wings, Jamaican Wings, Spicy Chicken Wings, Baked Wings, Caribbean Chicken Recipe
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