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Spicy Jerk Chicken Wings Recipe

Jerk Tavern
Fire up your grill and get ready to wow the crowd with these authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings! They're marinated in a bold, homemade jerk sauce made with Scotch Bonnet peppers, fresh herbs, and warm spices—then grilled, baked, or air-fried to perfection. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with fiery island flavor, these wings are a must-have for your next cookout, game night, or Caribbean-themed dinner.
5 from 20 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, brunch, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Caribbean, Jamaican
Servings 4
Calories 753 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½– 3 lbs chicken wings (whole or separated into flats & drumettes)
  • ½ cup jerk marinade
  • 1 lime or lemon

Instructions
 

Marinate the Wings

  • Soak wings with water and lemon for 5 mins
  • Rinse with water and Pat wings dry with paper towels.
  • Place wings in a large bowl or zip-top bag.
  • Pour jerk marinade over wings and toss to coat thoroughly.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for the best flavor.

Cook the Wings

    Grill Method (Best Flavor)

    • Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F).
    • Oil the grill grates lightly.
    • Grill wings for about 20–25 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes until nicely charred and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).

    Oven Method (Full Recipe)

    • Preheat oven to 400°F.
    • Place wings on a baking rack over a lined baking sheet.
    • Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through.

    Air Fryer Method (Full Recipe)

    • Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
    • Air fry wings in a single layer for 18–22 minutes, shaking halfway through.

    Serve

    • Garnish with chopped scallions or fresh herbs if desired.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4gCalories: 753kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 62gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 259mgSodium: 246mgPotassium: 542mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 503IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 3mg
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