World's Easiest Jerk Chicken Wings
- š 2 pounds chicken wings, trimmed drumettes and flats, washed
- š§ 1/2 teaspoon salt
- š¶ļø 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, from a pepper mill
- š¶ļø 2 heaping tablespoons Jamaican Jerk Marinade, from a generic grocery store jar
- šÆ 1-2 tablespoons honey
- šæ 1 teaspoon chopped parsley, for garnish
- š 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
- š« 1 tablespoon olive oil, optional, for adhering marinade better
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this incredibly simple recipe for Jerk Chicken Wings. Prepared in a home oven, these wings are a perfect blend of spice and sweetness, making them an ideal appetizer or main course for any gathering.
World's Easiest Jerk Chicken Wings
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this incredibly simple recipe for Jerk Chicken Wings. Prepared in a home oven, these wings are a perfect blend of spice and sweetness, making them an ideal appetizer or main course for any gathering.
Ingredients
š 2 pounds chicken wings, trimmed drumettes and flats, washed
š§ 1/2 teaspoon salt
š¶ļø 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, from a pepper mill
š¶ļø 2 heaping tablespoons Jamaican Jerk Marinade, from a generic grocery store jar
šÆ 1-2 tablespoons honey
šæ 1 teaspoon chopped parsley, for garnish
š 1 lime, cut into wedges, for serving
š« 1 tablespoon olive oil, optional, for adhering marinade better
Instructions
1- Prepare the Wings:
- Start by cleaning approximately 2 pounds of chicken wings.
- Trim them into drumettes and flats and wash if desired using lemon juice and water for a traditional Caribbean touch.
2- Season the Wings:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken wings with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 2 heaping tablespoons of Jamaican Jerk Marinade.
3- Add Sweetener:
- Drizzle honey across the wings to balance the spices.
4- Mix Thoroughly:
- Mix everything in the bowl until the chicken wings are well coated.
- Add a tablespoon of olive oil to ensure the marinade sticks better; this step doesn't require marination but allowing the wings to marinate for an hour or two can enhance the flavors.
5- Prepare Baking Tray:
- Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and spray it thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
6- Arrange the Wings:
- Lay the seasoned chicken wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring there is space between them for air circulation.
7- Preheat and Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 400Ā°F (200Ā°C).
- Place the baking sheet on the middle rack and bake the wings for 15 minutes.
8- Flip and Continue Baking:
- After 15 minutes, remove the tray from the oven.
- Use kitchen tongs to flip each wing for even cooking. Return to the oven for another 20 minutes.
9- Optional Broil:
- For a more charred look, you can broil the wings for the last couple of minutes.
- Keep a close watch to avoid burning.
10- Serve:
- Once they're golden brown and crispy, remove the wings from the oven.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lime wedges. Squeezing lime juice over the wings enhances their flavor.
Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: Approximately 4 servings
Equipment:
- Large mixing bowl
- Small dishes
- Salt cellar
- Pepper mill
- Spoon
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
- Cooking spray
- Kitchen tongs
- Oven/Stove
- Serving platter
Cooking Tips
- Washing chicken with lemon juice and water is part of Caribbean tradition but is optional.
- Ensure even cooking by flipping the wings halfway through.
- Broiling can add a delicious char without burning; watch them carefully.
- Balance the spice of the jerk marinade using honey.
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