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Crispy Jerk Turkey Wings

March 9, 2021

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These Turkey Wings are baked to perfection with crispy skin and juicy meat on the inside! Put a spin on your Thanksgiving day and make these turkey wings instead of the entire traditional turkey! I promise, you will fall in love with them and wonder why you haven’t made them sooner! I love serving these with Arugula Avocado Salad with Homemade Lime Vinaigrette and sometimes with Air Fryer Buttermilk Biscuits! No matter how you choose to serve them, these turkey wings are sure to be a hit at your kitchen table!

Crispy Jerk Turkey Wings

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What Is Jerk Seasoning?

Jerk seasoning is widely used in various dishes in the Jamaican culture. It’s made from a blend of spices, such as hot peppers, scallions, black pepper, onion, salt, all spice, nutmeg, cane sugar and thyme. I’ve found this to be the most common blend, although sometimes it does include parsley and garlic powder. Jerk seasoning packs a spicy kick but also has a light sweetness to it.

Ingredients

  • Turkey Wings
  • Jerk Seasoning
  • Lime Juice
  • Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Granulated Garlic
  • Onion Powder
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • Oregano
  • Green Scallions

Seasoning Before Baking

How To Make Crispy Jerk Turkey Wings

  1. First, start by patting your turkey wings dry with a paper towel.
  2. Cut off the tip of the turkey wings if you don’t eat them or like them. Leave them on if they don’t really bother you at all.
  3. Next, in a large bowl, season with fresh lime juice, salt, ground black pepper, jerk seasoning, granulated garlic, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes and oregano. Place in the fridge to marinate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Remove them from the refrigerator and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  5. Next, prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the turkey wings on the parchment paper and top off with any remaining marinade from the bowl.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated 375 degrees F oven for 1 hour.
  7. After 1 hour uncover the turkey wings and bake at 425 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until the wings are completely cooked through.
  8. Broil for the last 3-5 minutes while keeping an eye on it.
  9. Finally, remove from the oven, top off with green scallions and enjoy!

Taking A Bite Out Of The Crispy Jerk Turkey Wings

Tips & Variations For Making Crispy Jerk Turkey Wings

  • Use a meat thermometer to check whether the turkey wings are cooked through. The thermometer should read between 160-165 degrees F when inserted into the wings.
  • I used store bought jerk seasoning but feel free to make your own at home! They’re very easy to find in most grocery stores but I’m sure homemade is even more delicious!
  • Make sure you keep an eye on your turkey wings while they are broiling. You definitely don’t want to burn them but you want to ensure you reach your desired crispness.
  • Baked jerk turkey wings are my absolute favorite! However, feel free to fry them or even grill them instead!
Crispy Jerk Turkey Wings

Crispy Jerk Turkey Wings

These crispy jerk turkey wings are seasoned to perfection then baked until perfectly crispy! Spice up your Thanksgiving this year by serving these turkey wings instead of an entire traditional Turkey! I promise, it will be a hit at your kitchen table!
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Keyword: crispy jerk turkey wings, crispy turkey wings, jerk turkey wings, turkey wings
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour hour 25 minutes minutes
marinate: 4 hours hours
Total Time: 5 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 turkey wings
Calories: 367kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 turkey wings
  • 2 tbsp lime juice 1 whole lime
  • 2 tbsp jerk seasoning or to taste
  • 1 tbsp granulated garlic or to taste
  • 2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 2 tsp ground black pepper or to taste
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 3 scallions chopped for garnishing

Instructions

  • First, start by patting your turkey wings dry with a paper towel.
  • Cut off the tip of the turkey wings if you don’t eat them or like them. Leave them on if they don’t really bother you at all.
  • Next, in a large bowl, season with fresh lime juice, salt, ground black pepper, jerk seasoning, granulated garlic, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes and oregano. Place in the fridge to marinate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove them from the refrigerator and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Next, prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the turkey wings on the parchment paper and top off with any remaining marinade from the bowl.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated 375 degrees F oven for 1 hour.
  • After 1 hour uncover the turkey wings and bake at 425 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until the wings are completely cooked through.
  • Broil for the last 3-5 minutes while keeping an eye on it.
  • Finally, remove from the oven, top off with green scallions and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 1326mg | Potassium: 578mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1321IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 4mg
Nutrition Facts
Crispy Jerk Turkey Wings
Amount per Serving
Calories
367
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
22
g
34
%
Saturated Fat
 
6
g
38
%
Cholesterol
 
120
mg
40
%
Sodium
 
1326
mg
58
%
Potassium
 
578
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
 
6
g
2
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
36
g
72
%
Vitamin A
 
1321
IU
26
%
Vitamin C
 
4
mg
5
%
Calcium
 
69
mg
7
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. Sharon

    March 11, 2021 at 6:07 am

    5 stars
    Oh yum! I’ve been trying to decide what to do with the wings I have in my freezer. This is the winner!

    • The Six Figure Dish

      March 11, 2021 at 6:22 am

      Thanks! You’ll love them!

  2. Jennifer

    March 11, 2021 at 8:25 pm

    5 stars
    These are the perfect crispy wings! They are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside and definitely a family winner.

    • The Six Figure Dish

      March 11, 2021 at 9:15 pm

      Thanks Jennifer! So glad you liked them!

  3. Arica

    March 11, 2021 at 8:58 pm

    5 stars
    These sound delicious! I might have to try these in the air fryer!

    • The Six Figure Dish

      March 11, 2021 at 9:15 pm

      Thanks! Yes the air fryer sounds like a great idea!

  4. Marcia

    March 14, 2021 at 9:48 pm

    5 stars
    These are delicious!!

  5. Julian

    March 28, 2021 at 8:29 am

    5 stars
    Oh Yess!!! More pleease 🙂 I am Jamaican-born and am so happy and proud you even know of this dish. It is one of our most popular and authentic dishes and I must say you got it spot on!…Thanks for sharing

    • The Six Figure Dish

      March 28, 2021 at 9:58 am

      Thanks so much Julian! Growing up in New Jersey, it was definitely a melting pot! We have many friends from the Caribbean and visited many Jamaican restaurants as well. My husband and and I are in love with the food!

  6. Your Praying Friend

    March 28, 2021 at 9:49 am

    Can’t wait to try this recipe!

    • The Six Figure Dish

      March 28, 2021 at 9:57 am

      Thanks! It’s delicious!

  7. Amanda

    March 28, 2021 at 2:29 pm

    This looks so good ! I’m going to need to try this ! Thank you for sharing !

    • The Six Figure Dish

      March 28, 2021 at 2:31 pm

      Thanks Amanda! Hope you like it!

  8. Rachael

    March 28, 2021 at 3:10 pm

    These look so good. I have an air fryer on my to-buy list and need to make these as soon as I do!

    • The Six Figure Dish

      March 28, 2021 at 4:07 pm

      Hi Rachael, I’m sure they would be amazing in the air fryer!

  9. Kachina

    March 28, 2021 at 4:00 pm

    5 stars
    I love how crispy these are! Delicious.

    • The Six Figure Dish

      March 28, 2021 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks Kachina! They were so good!

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