Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Jerk Chicken Wings marinated in a zesty blend of jerk seasoning, lime juice, and spices, then cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a healthy and delicious appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings
Marinade
- 4 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken wings with the jerk seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, lime juice, and lime zest. Toss everything together until the wings are evenly coated with the marinade.
- Marinate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate the chicken wings.
- Arrange Wings: Remove the wings from the marinade and arrange them in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. If needed, cook the wings in batches to avoid overcrowding for even crispiness.
- Cook Wings: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Cook the wings for 20 minutes total, flipping them carefully with tongs halfway through at 10 minutes to ensure they brown evenly on both sides.
- Check Temperature: After cooking, check the internal temperature of the wings with a meat thermometer. The chicken should reach a safe internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C) to ensure it’s fully cooked.
- Serve: Serve the crispy jerk chicken wings hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch, blue cheese, or a spicy jerk sauce for an extra kick.
Notes
- Marinating the wings longer (up to 4 hours) will enhance the flavor even more.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation for crispiness.
- If you prefer extra crispy wings, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes and keep an eye to prevent burning.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee safe cooking and avoid dry chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Keywords: air fryer chicken wings, jerk chicken wings, spicy chicken wings, Caribbean chicken, easy appetizer, party snack
