Easy Air Fryer Jerk Chicken Wings – Flavorful, Crispy, and So Simple!
These juicy, crispy Air Fryer Jerk Chicken Wings are packed with flavor! Coated in a homemade jerk seasoning, they are the perfect balance of spicy, savory, and sweet. Made in the air fryer for a healthier twist, these wings are golden and crispy, yet tender on the inside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Jamaican, Caribbean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove any moisture.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, jerk seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, brown sugar, and lime juice.
- Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure they are not overcrowded for even cooking.
- Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are crispy and golden.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve hot, garnished with lime wedges or fresh cilantro, if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- For extra crispiness, spray the wings lightly with cooking spray before air frying.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like ranch, blue cheese, or a creamy cilantro lime dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approx. 4 wings)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg