Homemade Jam Markets BBQ Jerk Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs (about 1 kg) of chicken wings
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp of pimento seeds
• 1 tsp(3 twigs) of thyme
• 3 scotch bonnet peppers
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional for a smoky flavor)
• 1 tsp baking powder (for crispy wings)
• 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
• 1 cup of Jerk Sauce
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional for extra sweetness)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper, then place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet. This allows the wings to cook evenly and become crispy.
• Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps achieve crispy skin.

2. Seasoning the Wings:

• In a large bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, pimento seeds, thyme, 3 scotch bonnet peppers, smoked paprika (if using), and baking powder. The baking powder helps the skin become crispier.
• Toss the wings in the seasoning mixture until they are evenly coated.

3. Baking the Wings:

• Arrange the seasoned wings on the wire rack, ensuring they are spaced out and not touching each other. This allows hot air to circulate around each wing for even cooking.
• Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through cooking (at around the 20-25 minute mark). The wings should be golden brown and crispy when done.

4. Preparing the BBQ Sauce:

• While the wings are baking, prepare the BBQ sauce and jerk sauce. If you’re using store-bought sauces, pour them into a bowl and add honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter glaze. If making your own BBQ sauce, mix together your ingredients, each in its own small saucepan and heat over low heat until slightly thickened.

5. Coating the Wings:

• Once the wings are fully cooked and crispy, remove them from the oven.
• In a large mixing bowl, toss the wings in the BBQ sauce and Jerk sauce until they are thoroughly coated.

6. Finishing the Wings:

• Return the coated wings to the wire rack on the baking sheet. This allows the sauce to caramelize slightly.
• Bake the wings for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the sauces are sticky and slightly charred.

7. Serving:

• Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
• Serve the BBQ chicken wings hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side, if desired. They pair well with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Enjoy your delicious Homemade Jam Markets BBQ chicken wings!

Created and Courtesy of JamMarkets.com

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