How To Make The Most Delicious Jamaican Homemade Jerk Chicken Wings
Recipe Overview
Overview
This recipe for Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings is a delightful way to bring a taste of the Caribbean to your kitchen. The marinade is packed with bold flavors from fresh garlic, thyme, and the fiery scotch bonnet pepper, making each bite a burst of spice and zest. The preparation is straightforward, starting with a blend of fresh herbs and spices that you massage into the chicken wings, ensuring they are well-coated and flavorful.
After marinating, the wings are baked to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while achieving a crispy exterior. The addition of a sweet and tangy sauce made from ketchup and barbecue sauce adds an extra layer of deliciousness. This dish is not only perfect for game day or casual gatherings but also a fantastic way to impress your friends and family with your cooking skills.
The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will have everyone eager to dig in. Whether you serve them as an appetizer or the main event, these jerk chicken wings are sure to be a hit. Don’t forget to adjust the spice level to your preference, and enjoy the compliments that come your way!
Recipe Details
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Gather all ingredients including chicken wings, fresh seasonings, and sauces.
Blend scallion, garlic, thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, vinegar, and water until chunky.
Tip: Add a little bit of sugar to balance out the taste from the vinegar.
Wash chicken wings in lemon juice and optionally cut them.
Pat dry the chicken wings with a paper towel.
Massage the jerk marinade all over the chicken wings.
Tip: You can always leave the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Line a baking tray with baking paper and add water and scallion at the bottom.
Tip: Adding water to the baking tray prevents the chicken wings from drying out.
Place the marinated chicken wings on the grill in the baking tray.
Bake the chicken wings in the oven for at least 35 minutes.
Turn the chicken wings over and brush with juices from the tray.
Put the chicken wings back in the oven for at least 15 minutes.
Tip: You can add a little bit of water to the marinade to keep it moist.
Combine leftover marinade with water, ketchup, and barbecue sauce in a pot.
Allow the sauce to simmer for at least 5 minutes.
Remove the chicken wings from the oven once cooked to perfection.
Tip: Allow the sauce to come to a simmer for at least 5 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Place the jerk chicken wings on a serving plate.
Drizzle the prepared sauce over the chicken wings.
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Jerk chicken is a traditional Jamaican dish known for its spicy and flavorful marinade.
- •Scotch bonnet peppers are a key ingredient in jerk seasoning, providing heat and flavor.
- •Marinating chicken wings for at least 30 minutes enhances the flavor.
- •Baking the wings at a high temperature helps achieve a crispy texture.
