Mango Habanero Wings
June 10, 2026
SERVINGS
2
PREP TIME
25 min
COOK TIME
30 min
Ingredients
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1small mango, peeled and chopped into large chunks
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2tablespoons habanero or chili powder
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4tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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1/2cup barbecue sauce
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1/2tablespoon garlic powder
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6-8bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
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Sliced green onion, for garnish
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Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Directions
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1
In a blender or food processor, combine mango, habanero, apple cider vinegar, barbecue sauce and garlic powder until a smooth sauce forms.
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2
Transfer the chicken wings to a large bowl and generously cover with the mango habanero sauce and toss to coat.
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3
Cover the chicken wings with cling wrap and allow to marinate for a minimum of two hours, or up to overnight, in the fridge.
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4
Once the wings have marinated, remove the from the fridge and heat the oven to 400 F.
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5
Cover a large baking sheet in foil and brush with a bit of oil. Transfer the wings to the prepared baking sheet.
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6
Brush the wings with the additional marinade and bake for 25-30 minutes or until caramelized and bronw.
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7
Transfer the finished wings to a serving tray and garnish with green onions and cilantro.
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8
Leftover wings can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Recipe provided by the National Mango Board.









