Description
These sticky sweet with heat mango habanero wings are a flavor bomb in your mouth! Starting with my Sunshine State of Mind rub with granulated honey, kaffir lime, coriander, orange peel zest and himalayan salt, these wings start with a nice baseline citrusy yet slightly sweet flavor. Paired with mango habanero glaze, these wings are supremely addictive!
Ingredients
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Chicken Wings – You’ll need two pounds of chicken wings for this recipe.
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Baking Powder – This is my secret weapon to achieving a crispy exterior when using the grill!
- BBQ Rub – citrus and honey based Sunshine State of Mind Rub is the base for this wing recipe (use code WINGS for $1 off this rub!) that is the perfect pairing for the Mango Habanero Glaze.
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Mango Habanero Preserves – Melinda’s Mango Habanero Preserves are my go-to for these wings. Sweet, spicy, and sticky, it’s an excellent substitute for Wingstop’s sauce and tastes even better, if you ask me!
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Rice Wine Vinegar – This enhances the sweet, tangy flavor of the sauce and helps create a thinner consistency.
- Honey – Include this in the sauce for added sweetness and a sticky consistency that helps it cling to the wings.
Instructions
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Rinse the chicken wings with water, and pat them dry with a paper towel.
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Coat the dry chicken wings in baking powder. Then, add a generous amount of BBQ rub.
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Set your kettle grill to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. After the charcoal is lit, add your wood chunks.
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Once the wood chunks begin to smoke, add your heat shield open halfway.
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Place the seasoned chicken wings on the part of the heat shield that is closed to protect them from the flame.
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Add the chicken wings to the part of the grill over the heat deflector, and let them grill until the internal temperature reaches 155 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Transfer the wings to the direct side, and let them grill until they reach an internal temperature of 170 degrees Fahrenheit. Be careful not to let them burn!
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Remove the mango habanero chicken wings from the grill, and tent them with foil to keep them warm.
Prepare the Glaze
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While the wings are smoking, make your glaze by combining the mango habanero preserves, rice wine vinegar, and honey in a sauce pot.
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Bring the mixture to a low simmer on the stove, and simmer until it is reduced by half.
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Drizzle the glaze over the grilled wings, and serve warm with additional sauce on the side.
Tips for Success
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Make sure to remove all moisture from the wings before you begin. Otherwise, the seasonings won’t stick, and the wings won’t get as crisp.
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Coat the grill grates with a bit of avocado oil (dip into a paper towel, and brush onto the grates) before placing the chicken wings on the grates so they do not stick.
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Keep a close eye on your wings, and use a meat thermometer to ensure they cook perfectly.
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Don’t skip letting the grilled mango habanero wings rest before glazing and serving. This allows the natural juices to redistribute, keeping the wings tender and juicy.
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Add more or less BBQ rub and glaze as desired to suit your flavor preferences.
Notes
This recipe calls for using Sunshine State of Mind Rub, use code WINGS for $1 off your bottle!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizers, Chicken Wings
- Method: Grill/Bake
- Cuisine: American BBQ, Chicken Wings