Description
This vibrant and flavorful recipe combines spicy Caribbean-inspired jerk chicken wings with creamy Rotel pasta and garlicky green beans, offering a well-rounded, comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Rotel Pasta
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Green Beans
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Wings: Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with jerk seasoning and olive oil until they are evenly coated. Arrange the wings on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Bake the Wings: Place the wings in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking. Bake until the wings are crispy and cooked through.
- Cook the Pasta: While the wings bake, cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Roux and Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and whisk in the flour to form a roux. Slowly add the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and whisk until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add Flavor to the Pasta Sauce: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the cheese and tomato sauce and stir to coat the pasta evenly.
- Prepare the Green Beans: Steam or boil the green beans for 5 to 7 minutes, until just tender but still crisp.
- Sauté the Green Beans with Garlic: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Toss in the cooked green beans and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes to combine flavors and heat through.
- Serve: Plate the jerk wings alongside a generous scoop of creamy Rotel pasta and the garlicky green beans for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level of the jerk seasoning to suit your spice preference.
- Add jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the Rotel pasta for an extra spicy kick.
- Substitute cheddar cheese with pepper jack cheese for additional flavor and heat.
- Ensure wings are flipped halfway for even crispiness.
- Trim green beans to uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean-American
