Jerk Wings
Get ready to turn up the heat with these irresistibly flavorful Jerk Wings! This recipe combines juicy chicken wings with an authentic jerk marinade made from bold ingredients like fiery Scotch bonnet peppers, fresh thyme, scallions, and warming spices such as allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Balanced with the sweetness of brown sugar and a tangy kick of lime juice, this marinade infuses the wings with vibrant, smoky Caribbean flavor. After a simple overnight marinade, these wings can be grilled for a charred, smoky finish or baked to golden perfection in your oven. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a casual weeknight dinner, these Jerk Wings are a crowd-pleasing, finger-licking sensation that’s easy to prepare and bursting with bold, tropical zest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 4 stalks Scallions
- 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme leaves
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 pieces Scotch bonnet peppers
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, add scallions, thyme leaves, garlic cloves, Scotch bonnet peppers (remove seeds for less heat), ground allspice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, vegetable oil, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the ingredients until they form a smooth jerk marinade.
Place the chicken wings in a large bowl or a zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Make sure the wings are fully coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or seal the bag, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.
Preheat your grill to medium heat, or if using an oven, preheat to 400°F (200°C).
If grilling, oil the grates to prevent sticking. Place the marinated wings on the grill and cook for 15-20 minutes per side, or until the wings are cooked through and have a nice char. If cooking in the oven, arrange the wings on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper, and bake for 35 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Check that the internal temperature of the wings has reached 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are fully cooked.
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for an extra zesty kick. Enjoy your jerk wings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.3 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.8 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 68.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1016 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 7912 mg | 344% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.3 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 183.0 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2200 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
