Best 5 Grilled Jerk Chicken Wings Recipes

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**Grilled Jerk Chicken Wings: A Taste of Jamaican Cuisine**

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Jamaica with our grilled jerk chicken wings recipe, a tantalizing dish that combines the smoky allure of grilled wings with the fiery heat of Jamaican jerk seasoning. Marinated in a blend of aromatic spices, including thyme, allspice, and Scotch bonnet peppers, these wings pack a punch that will leave your taste buds dancing. Grilled to perfection, they offer a crispy exterior and a juicy, succulent interior, making them the perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion.

In addition to the classic grilled jerk chicken wings, this article also features a collection of other delectable recipes that explore the diverse culinary traditions of Jamaica. From the aromatic Jerk Chicken Pasta, boasting a symphony of flavors with tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and the vibrant kick of jerk seasoning, to the hearty Jerk Chicken Bowl, a protein-packed meal featuring grilled jerk chicken atop a bed of rice, black beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables.

For a vegetarian twist, the Jerk Tofu Stir-Fry offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, with tender tofu tossed in a flavorful jerk sauce and stir-fried with crisp vegetables. And for a refreshing side dish, the Jamaican Coleslaw brings together the tangy crunch of cabbage, carrots, and bell peppers, dressed in a tangy Jamaican-inspired dressing.

These recipes are not only delicious but also versatile, allowing you to tailor the heat level to your preference. Whether you're a fan of mild, medium, or spicy, you can adjust the amount of Scotch bonnet peppers or jerk seasoning to create a dish that suits your taste.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRILLED JERK-SPICED CHICKEN WINGS WITH MANGO SAUCE



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At one of the highest levels of heat comes one of Jamaica's most famous exports. Not reggae, not rum...JERK CHICKEN. We can handle the heat, but we're not here to show off how much pain we can tolerate. Looking to hit a delicate balance between heat and flavor, we made a fiery jerk-inspired spice rub for chicken wings and added a sweet and spicy mango-cilantro sauce to temper the heat.

Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne
2 teaspoons ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon minced ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds chicken wings, separated at the joint
1/3 cup orange juice
1/2 cup mango jam
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
2 scallions, chopped
1 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (see Cook's Note)

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for high indirect heat (for a charcoal grill, bank coals on one side of grill; for a gas grill, leave one or two burners off).
  • For the wings: Add the paprika, cayenne, allspice, nutmeg, garlic powder, cloves, ginger, minced garlic, thyme, salt and pepper to a small bowl and stir to combine. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture for the mango sauce.
  • Put the chicken wings in a large bowl with the remaining spice mixture. Toss to evenly coat. Reserve the wings while you make the sauce.
  • For the mango-cilantro sauce: Put the orange juice, mango jam, 1 tablespoon reserved spice mixture, honey, cilantro, orange zest, scallions and Scotch bonnet in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into a bowl and reserve at room temperature while you grill the wings.
  • Place the chicken wings on the grill over the indirect heat zone. Cover and grill for 5 minutes. Flip the wings and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes. Move the wings directly over the heat and cook until nicely charred and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the wings from the grill and toss with the reserved sauce. Pile onto a platter and garnish with chopped cilantro.

JERK GRILLED CHICKEN WINGS



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Spicy, citrus, earthy, with the right amount of thyme. These wings should be a hit as long as your guests are brave enough to take some Caribbean heat. I like to serve this with a mango, cilantro, sour cream, mayonnaise, and buttermilk dipping sauce.

Provided by BencyCooks

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 4h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
1 habanero pepper, seeded and chopped (use gloves)
1 tablespoon curry powder
½ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup vegetable oil
12 large chicken wings, tips removed and wings cut apart at joint

Steps:

  • Mix together the orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, salt, black pepper, thyme, garlic, ginger, habanero pepper, curry powder, allspice, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a bowl. Whisk in the vegetable oil. Pour 3/4 of the marinade into a resealable plastic zipper bag, and place the chicken wing pieces into the bag. Squeeze out any air, and mix the wing pieces with the marinade, and refrigerate from 4 to 12 hours. Place the remaining 1/4 of the marinade in a small bowl, and refrigerate until grilling time.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove the wing pieces from the bag of marinade, and discard the used marinade. Sprinkle the wings with salt and pepper to taste, and sear on the hottest part of the grill until the wings begin to brown, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Move the wings to a less-hot part of the grill, baste with the unused portion of the marinade, and close the grill. Grill until the wings are golden brown, show good grill marks, are no longer pink in the center, and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 more minutes. Baste again with marinade and turn after 5 to 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 30.9 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 614.1 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

GRILLED JERK CHICKEN WINGS



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I have been making this recipe ever since I can remembe, and every time I have a party. It's so simple to fix, doesn't take a lot of ingredients or time, and is always a favorite with my guests. It's also super simple to change it up for different crowds by varying the seasoning for a mild to extra spicy kick. -Caren Adams, Fontana, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup Caribbean jerk seasoning
2-1/2 pounds chicken wingettes and drumettes
2 cups honey barbecue sauce
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Place jerk seasoning in a large bowl; add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and toss to coat. In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, mustard and ginger; set aside. , Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken wings, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 12-16 minutes, turning occasionally. , Brush with sauce mixture. Grill or broil 8-10 minutes longer or until juices run clear, basting and turning several times.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

GRILLED JERK CHICKEN WINGS



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Step up your tailgating game with these super-flavorful jerk wings.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup scallions, whites and greens roughly chopped (6 to 8 scallions), plus extra sliced for garnish
1/3 cup vegetable oil, plus additional for oiling the grill grates
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh ginger
2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, plus a small handful of sprigs
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 Scotch bonnet peppers, halved and seeds removed (see Cook's Note)
Zest and juice of 1 lime, plus wedges for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 pounds chicken wings, wingettes and drumettes separated and tips discarded

Steps:

  • Combine the scallions, oil, soy sauce, ginger, brown sugar, thyme leaves, allspice, cinnamon, garlic, Scotch bonnet peppers, lime zest and juice and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper in a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup marinade for basting later. Put the chicken wings and remaining marinade in a large resealable plastic bag. Rub the thyme sprigs between your hands and add to the bag. Seal the bag and massage to distribute the marinade evenly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight. Remove to room temperature 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Preheat a grill for indirect and direct grilling over medium heat. For gas grills (with 3 or more burners), turn all the burners to medium-high heat; after about 15 minutes turn off one of the middle burners and turn the remaining burners down to medium. For charcoal grills, bank one chimney starter-full of lit and ashed-over charcoal briquettes to one side of the grill. Set up a drip pan on the other side to avoid flare-ups. (Be sure to consult the grill manufacturer's guide for best results.)
  • Lightly oil the grill grates. Remove the wings from the bag and season all over with salt. Add the wings to the indirect-heat side. Cover and cook, flipping halfway through, about 20 minutes (the wings will be almost completely cooked at this point). Uncover the grill and baste the wings with some of the reserved marinade. Flip the wings onto the hot side of the grill to crisp up and cook, about 3 minutes, then baste, flip and cook until the wings are cooked all the way through, about 4 minutes more.
  • Sprinkle with sliced scallions and serve with lime wedges.

GRILLED JERK CHICKEN WINGS



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I found this recipe on a cooking site and tried it! It was PERFECTLY DELICIOUS! It is the perfect blend of spices! We just couldn't stop eating these wings! These are mild in heat! I added my own photo.

Provided by Lillian Russo

Categories     Poultry Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 Tbsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 1/2 tsp black pepper
1 1/2 tsp ground bay leaves
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp cinnamon powder
1/4 tsp ground cloves
2 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp sugar
1/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
1/4 c soy sauce
3/4 c white vinegar
1/2 c orange juice
1 lime-juiced
1 jalapeno pepper-seeded and minced
3 green onions-finely chopped
1 c white onion-finely chopped
1 large family pack of chicken wings-tips removed and wings cut in half

Steps:

  • 1. In a very large bowl combine the first ten ingredients. Then whisk in the next five ingredients.
  • 2. Add the jalapeno pepper, green onions and white onions to mixture and mix well.
  • 3. Now add the chicken wings and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 6 hours.
  • 4. Preheat outdoor grill.
  • 5. Remove the wings from the marinade and grill til thoroughly cooked.
  • 6. While the wings are grilling, pour the leftover marinade into a small saucepan and heat til boiling. Then simmer for about 10 minutes. Serve with the wings as a dipping sauce.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality chicken wings. This will ensure that your wings are juicy and flavorful.
  • Make sure to marinate the wings for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors of the jerk seasoning to penetrate the chicken.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the wings. This will help to prevent the wings from sticking to the grill.
  • Cook the wings for 10-12 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through. You can check if the wings are done by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the wing. The internal temperature should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the wings with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include jerk sauce, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

Grilled jerk chicken wings are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. You can also enjoy them as a quick and easy weeknight meal. The jerk seasoning gives the wings a unique and flavorful taste that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a new chicken recipe, give these grilled jerk chicken wings a try. You won't be disappointed!

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