Jerk Chicken Wings Recipe

Name: Jerk Chicken Wings Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small onion, roughly chopped; 3 scallions, roughly chopped; 4 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 3 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, stemmed and seeded; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons salt; 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 2 teaspoons ground allspice; 2 teaspoons black pepper; 3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 3 lbs whole chicken wings; Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes prior to using

Servings: persons

1 small onion, roughly chopped
3 scallions, roughly chopped
4 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped
3 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, stemmed and seeded
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons black pepper
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3 lbs whole chicken wings
Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes prior to using

1
Place onion, scallion, garlic, habaneros, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, brown sugar, thyme, allspice, black pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon in the jar of a blender and puree until smooth.
2
Place chicken wings in a large Ziploc bag and pour in marinade. Seal bag, pressing out as much air as possible and refrigerate overnight to 24 hours.
3
Remove chicken from the refrigerator. Thread wings onto skewers lengthwise, spreading wings out to their full length. Let chicken come to room temperature while preparing grill.
4
When all the charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and arrange the coals on one side of the charcoal grate. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill and allow to preheat for 5 minutes.
5
and
6
the grilling grate. Place wings pieces on the hot side of the grill and cook until well browned on all sides, about 3-5 minutes. Move chicken to cool side of the grill, cover, and continue to cook until darkly browned and chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes more. Remove from grill, allow to cool for 5 minutes, and serve.

845

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small onion, roughly chopped, 3 scallions, roughly chopped, 4 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped, 3 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, stemmed and seeded, and more.

Yes, Jerk Chicken Wings Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!