Air Fryer Jerk Chicken Wings
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Additional Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
199 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Jerk Chicken Wings
Description
This recipe involves coating chicken wings thoroughly in a mixture of jerk seasoning and complementary spices along with lime juice and zest, which adds brightness and subtle acidity to the spicy profile. Marinating for at least an hour enhances the penetration of flavors into the skin and meat. Cooking the wings in a heated air fryer at 400°F crisps the skin evenly without additional oil, while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
Flipping the wings halfway through ensures that both sides develop a browned finish. Monitoring internal temperature to reach 165°F guarantees safe cooking. The final wings have a crispy texture with a bold jerk spice character balanced by aromatic citrus notes from the lime.
Serve the wings warm, possibly alongside dipping sauces to complement the heat. This cooking method reduces mess and time compared to traditional frying.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 4 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken wings with the rest of the ingredients and toss until well coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to marinate.
- After that, arrange the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Work in batches if needed.
- Set air fryer temperature to 400°F and cook for 20 minutes. After 10 minutes, using tongs, carefully flip wings.
- Once browned and crispy, check the internal temperature of the chicken, it should reach at least 165°F.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 535mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 242mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1702IU | 34% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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