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Jerk Chicken Wings

Smoky, spicy, sweet wings are perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
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Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Calories: 173kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 lb (453g) chicken wings

Instructions

Air Fryer Method:

  • Place chicken wings in a large bowl, add seasoning and oil, and mix until well coated.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 350F / 180C and then spray the basket with cooking spray.
  • Cook the chicken wings for 15 -18 minutes, turning halfway through.

Oven Method:

  • Place chicken wings in a large bowl, add seasoning and oil, and mix until well coated.
  • Preheat oven to 425F / 220C / gas 7.
  • Line a baking tray and, if possible, top with a wire rack so that the oil can drip off the chicken as the bake for 40-50 minutes, turning halfway through.

Grilling Method:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken wings with the oil and seasonings. Toss to coat well.
  • Preheat the grill to 400F / 204C.
  • Place the wings on the grill and cook for 40-50 minutes, turning them every 10-15 minutes to cook evenly.

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Notes

  • Dry the chicken wings with paper towels before adding the oil and seasoning. 
  • Cook chicken wings on a wire rack.
  • Turn wings halfway through cooking if baking or every 10 minutes if grilling. 
  • If you are gluten-free be sure to check the seasoning package carefully to make sure it doesn’t contain any gluten.
  • Check the temperature of the chicken wings to make sure it has reached 165F / 74C using an instant-read thermometer.
  • Storage: keep in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • There are 5 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 683IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg