Mango Habanero Chicken Wings – Sweet, Spicy & Irresistible!
If you’re craving crispy wings with a bold kick, these Mango Habanero Chicken Wings are going to rock your taste buds. The combination of sweet, juicy mango with fiery habanero peppers creates a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Glazed to perfection, these wings are sticky, spicy, and utterly addictive. Whether for game night, BBQ parties, or a weekend treat, this recipe will impress every wing lover at the table. 🍗🔥
Why You’ll Love Mango Habanero Wings ❤️
🔥 Fiery but balanced: Sweet mango softens the habanero’s heat.
🍗 Perfectly crispy: Oven-baked to golden perfection.
🥭 Homemade sauce: Fresh mango puree makes all the difference.
🍺 Party favorite: Pairs beautifully with cold drinks and snacks.
🌶 Customizable heat: Adjust the number of peppers to control the spice level.
Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒
For the Wings
1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken wings 🍗
1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1 tsp salt 🧂
½ tsp black pepper 🌑
1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
1 tsp paprika 🌶
For the Mango Habanero Sauce
1 large ripe mango, peeled & diced 🥭
2 fresh habanero peppers 🌶 (seeds removed for less heat)
3 tbsp honey 🍯
2 tbsp lime juice 🍋
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 🍎
2 tbsp brown sugar 🍬
½ tsp salt 🧂
½ cup water 💧
Step-by-Step Instructions 👩🍳
1️⃣ Prepare the Wings
Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F 🔥. Pat wings dry with paper towels 🧻 for extra crispiness. Toss wings with olive oil 🫒, salt 🧂, pepper 🌑, garlic powder 🧄, and paprika 🌶. Arrange them on a wire rack over a baking sheet to ensure even airflow.
2️⃣ Bake the Wings
Bake for 40–45 minutes ⏲️, flipping halfway through, until wings are golden, crispy, and cooked through.
3️⃣ Make the Mango Habanero Sauce
In a blender 🌀, combine mango 🥭, habanero 🌶, honey 🍯, lime juice 🍋, apple cider vinegar 🍎, brown sugar 🍬, salt 🧂, and water 💧. Blend until smooth. Pour mixture into a saucepan 🫕 and simmer for 5–6 minutes until slightly thickened.
4️⃣ Glaze the Wings
Remove baked wings from the oven and toss them immediately in the warm mango habanero sauce 🥭🌶 until fully coated. Serve hot and sticky! 🍽
Serving Suggestions 🍽
Pair with celery sticks 🥬 and ranch or blue cheese dip 🧀 for a cooling balance.
Serve with ice-cold beer 🍺 or sparkling lemonade 🍋 for the ultimate match.
Make it a platter with sweet potato fries 🍟 and a crisp side salad 🥗.
Expert Chef Tips 👨🍳
Chef Gordon Ramsay: “Always dry wings thoroughly—moisture is the enemy of crispiness.”
Chef Ina Garten: “If you prefer a milder sauce, use only one habanero and increase the mango for extra sweetness.”
Chef Bobby Flay: “Grill the wings instead of baking for a smoky, charred flavor that pairs beautifully with the mango sauce.”
Ree Drummond, The Pioneer Woman: “Double the sauce recipe and keep some on the side for dipping—it’s that good!”
