Tropical Habanero Wings

Sweet, sticky, and fiery in the best way—these wings bring the tropics to your fingertips.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
  

• 1 tbsp olive oil
  

• Salt & pepper to taste
  

• 1/2 cup Louisiana Pepper Exchange Tropical Habanero Sauce
  

• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar (optional, for extra sticky sweetness)
  

• Optional garnish: chopped green onion, lime wedges, sesame seeds
  
  

Instructions

1. Prep the Wings:
    Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat wings dry with a paper towel. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
   

2. Bake or Air Fry:
   

• Oven: Arrange wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  

• Air Fryer: Cook at 400°F for 20–22 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  

3. Make the Glaze:
   While wings cook, heat Tropical Habanero Sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. Add honey or brown sugar if using and stir until glossy.
   
   Toss to Coat:
    When wings are done, toss them in the warm sauce until fully coated. Return to the oven or air fryer for 2–3 minutes to caramelize (optional but delicious).
   

4. Serve Hot:
   Garnish with green onion, sesame seeds, or lime wedges for extra flair.
   
   

Serve With:

Crisp celery sticks, ranch or blue cheese dip, or a chilled tropical beer or mocktail.