Mango Habanero Chicken Wings: 7 Tips for the Perfect Sweet Heat Combo
These Mango Habanero Chicken Wings offer a delightful sweet and spicy flavor combination. Learn the best tips for achieving perfectly crispy wings with a sticky, flavorful glaze.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken wings cut into drumettes and wingettes
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Mango Habanero Glaze
- 1 cup Mango puree fresh or frozen
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 Habanero pepper finely minced, remove seeds for less heat
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with salt and pepper.2 lbs Chicken wings
- Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the wings are cooked through and crispy.
Glaze Preparation
- While the wings are baking, prepare the mango habanero glaze. In a saucepan, combine the mango puree, honey, apple cider vinegar, and habanero pepper.2 lbs Chicken wings
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened slightly.
- Once the wings are cooked, toss them with the mango habanero glaze until evenly coated.2 lbs Chicken wings
Notes
Serve the mango habanero chicken wings immediately. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro, if desired.