Hot Hot Habanero Wings

Turn up the heat with these bold and flavorful *Hot Hot Habanero Wings*! Perfectly crispy baked chicken wings are smothered in a fiery homemade habanero sauce that balances the heat of fresh peppers with the tangy sweetness of honey, lime juice, and apple cider vinegar. Enhanced with aromatic cumin and smoky paprika, these wings deliver a kick that spice lovers will adore. Whether you leave the seeds in for maximum heat or tone it down by removing them, this recipe takes just 50 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal appetizer or game-day snack. Serve them fresh out of the oven, garnished with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and cool them down with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing. Perfect for those craving bold, spicy chicken wings that pack a real punch!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken wings
• 3 whole Habanero peppers
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set a wire rack on top to allow airflow around the wings while cooking.

Step 2

In a large bowl, pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss them with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 3

Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared rack and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

Step 4

While the wings bake, prepare the habanero sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the habanero peppers (seeds removed for less heat, if preferred), garlic cloves, unsalted butter, honey, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the habanero sauce into a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, until the sauce is slightly thickened and fragrant.

Step 6

Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm habanero sauce over the wings and toss until they are thoroughly coated.

Step 7

Serve the wings hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired. Pair with ranch or blue cheese dressing to help cool down the heat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1138.2 grams (1138.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3376

Total Fat 258.50g	331%
Saturated Fat 75.80g	379%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.00g
Cholesterol 1140mg	380%
Sodium 6181mg	269%
Total Carbohydrate 83.40g	30%
Dietary Fiber 4.90g	18%
Total Sugars 20.50g
Protein 178.80g	358%

Vitamin D 73IU	363%
Calcium 272mg	21%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 1946mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.9%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 9.9%