Description
Baked Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings deliver a burst of Caribbean flavor with every bite. This easy recipe combines succulent chicken wings marinated in a vibrant jerk seasoning blend that includes allspice, thyme, and a hint of scotch bonnet pepper for spice lovers. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, these baked wings offer a crispy exterior while remaining juicy inside, promising to impress your guests or satisfy your cravings. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in just under an hour. Serve them with rice, salad, or crusty bread for a well-rounded meal that captures the essence of Jamaica.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or dried)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine jerk seasoning, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and thyme.
- Coat chicken wings in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange wings on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 40-45 minutes until crispy.
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last few minutes.
- Serve hot with additional lime juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wing (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg