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A serving platter of mango habanero wings with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and ranch dressing on the side.

Mango Habanero Wings Recipe

Sweet and spicy Mango Habanero Wings, coated in a luscious mango-habanero sauce, perfect for game nights, BBQs, or indulgent cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine American, Tropical Fusion
Servings 4 People
Calories 880 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire Rack
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Blender
  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Wings:

  • 2 lbs chicken wings - split into drumettes and flats
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Mango Habanero Sauce:

  • 1 ripe mango - peeled and diced
  • 2-3 habanero peppers - deseeded optional
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
  • Pat dry the chicken wings and toss them with baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  • Arrange wings on the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Blend mango, habanero peppers, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, and vinegar into a smooth sauce.
  • Heat butter in a saucepan, add the blended mixture, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Toss the baked wings in the sauce and serve hot.

Notes

  • For milder wings, reduce the number of habanero peppers or substitute with jalapeños.
  • These wings are versatile and can be cooked in an air fryer or grilled for added smokiness.
Keyword BBQ Wings, Game Day Snack, Mango Habanero Wings, Sweet and Spicy Wings