Here’s a sweet-spicy, sticky Strawberry Habanero Chicken Wings recipe — crispy wings coated in a bold, fruity heat 🔥🍓
Strawberry Habanero Chicken Wings
Serves: 4
Time: ~1 hour
🍗 For the Wings
- 2 lbs (900 g) chicken wings, split and tips removed
- 1 tbsp baking powder (helps crisp skin)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
🍓🔥 For the Strawberry Habanero Sauce
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1–2 habanero peppers, seeds removed (adjust for heat)
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 clove garlic
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep & Bake the Wings
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Pat wings very dry with paper towels.
- Toss with baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Arrange on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Bake 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
(Air fryer option: 200°C / 400°F for 20–25 minutes.)
2️⃣ Make the Sauce
- In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, habanero, honey, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and salt.
- Simmer 10–12 minutes until strawberries break down and mixture thickens.
- Blend until smooth (careful — hot!).
- Return to pan and simmer a few minutes more until glossy and slightly sticky.
3️⃣ Toss & Serve
- Toss hot wings in the sauce until fully coated.
- Serve immediately.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or sesame seeds if desired.
🔥 Heat Tip
Habaneros are very spicy. Start with one pepper, taste the sauce, and add more if needed.
Optional Add-Ins
- Add a tablespoon of butter at the end for a richer glaze.
- Add a splash of bourbon for a deeper flavor twist.
- For extra stickiness, broil sauced wings 2–3 minutes before serving.
If you’d like, I can also give you a grilled version that’s perfect for BBQ season.
