Description
These Baked Jamaican Chicken Wings are a flavorful twist on classic wings, featuring a blend of Caribbean spices and a hint of heat. Perfect for a party appetizer or a delicious weeknight meal!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings:
- 2 pounds chicken wings
Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 Scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, minced (optional for heat)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare the wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels and place in a large bowl.
- Make the marinade: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, brown sugar, allspice, paprika, cinnamon, nutmeg, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, minced pepper (if using), soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Marinate: Pour the marinade over the wings, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Bake: Arrange wings on the baking sheet, bake for 40–45 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the wings for the last 2–3 minutes.
- Pair with rice and peas, plantains, or a simple slaw for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5–6 wings
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
