Mango Jerk Wings

This Mango Jerk Wings recipe pairs a nuanced jerk flavor with the tropical sweetness of mangoes. You will never make wings another way again!

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Mango Jerk Chicken Wings garnished with parsley and ready to serve on a white plate

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Super Bowl Sunday is coming soon yโ€™all, and honestly the only thing that has me excited is this recipe. Mango Jerk Wings will be made in large quantities in my home on game day. Once you try them, you’ll truly become addicted.

Ingredients

  • Olive Oil & Chopped Onion: A dynamic duo to kickstart the flavor party โ€“ sautรฉing the onion in olive oil unlocks its sweetness.
  • Mango Madness: Fresh mango slices and cubes for that tropical, fruity twist.
  • Citrus Splash: A pour of lime or lemon juice, adding a zing that balances the mango’s sweetness.
  • Juice It Up: Mango nectar or orange juice โ€“ either way, you’re infusing these wings with fruity fun.
  • Sweetness Galore: Brown sugar and honey team up to glaze these wings in sticky, sweet deliciousness.
  • Spice Parade: Allspice, ginger, cinnamon, paprika, cayenne, nutmeg, cloves, and garlic powder โ€“ this spice squad brings the heat, the sweet, and everything in between.
  • Chicken Wings: The main event, ready to be transformed by the marinade into something unforgettable.
  • Salt and Pepper: The classic finish, because sometimes simple is just perfect.

How to Make Mango Jerk Wings

  • Add olive oil to pan then cook onion until tender.
  • Next saute mango until tender.
  • Add mango, lime or lemon juice and mango nectar or orange juice, brown sugar, honey and all spices to blender or food processor and grind until smooth. If it needs to thin a bit more, add a little bit more juice.
  • Pour marinade into a large ziploc bag and submerge chicken in marinade. Seal and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking sheet with non stick foil or parchment paper.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and season on both sides with remaining salt and pepper.
  • Bake chicken on first side for 15 minutes then turn over. For more flavor, feel free to baste chicken with marinade during cooking. Cook for another 10-15 minutes or until chicken is completely done, marinade is sticky on chicken and it is browned.
An overhead shot of jerk chicken wings baked to perfection with wonderful spice

How to Store and Reheat

To keep your Mango Jerk Wings tasting fresh, let them cool down, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready for a flavorful encore, reheat them in the oven at 375ยฐF for about 10-15 minutes, or until they’re heated through and the skin gets crispy again. This method helps to maintain their juicy goodness and that irresistible jerk spice kick!

How to Serve

  • Southern Macaroni and Cheese: The creamy, cheesy goodness of this classic mac and cheese makes a comforting counterpoint to the spicy kick of the wings.
  • Southern Collard Greens: Add a touch of Southern charm with these flavorful greens. They bring a hearty, earthy balance to the meal.
  • Jollof Rice: This vibrant, spiced rice dish not only matches the wings in boldness but also adds a delightful global twist to your plate.
  • Jiffy Cornbread: A slice of sweet, buttery cornbread works wonders in mopping up those delicious jerk flavors.

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Mango Jerk Wings

This Mango Jerk Wings recipe pairs a nuanced jerk flavor with the tropical sweetness of mangoes. You will never make wings another way again!
3.48 from 17 votes
Prep Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Course: Appetizer
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium onion chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups mango sliced and cubed
  • 1/4 cup lime or lemon juice
  • 2/3 cup mango nectar or orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken wings disjointed
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add olive oil to pan then cook onion until tender.
  • Next saute mango until tender.
  • Add mango, lime or lemon juice and mango nectar or orange juice, brown sugar, honey and all spices to blender or food processor and grind until smooth. If it needs to thin a bit more, add a little bit more juice.
  • Pour marinade into a large ziploc bag and submerge chicken in marinade. Seal and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking sheet with non stick foil or parchment paper.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and season on both sides with remaining salt and pepper.
  • Bake chicken on first side for 15 minutes then turn over. For more flavor, feel free to baste chicken with marinade during cooking. Cook for another 10-15 minutes or until chicken is completely done, marinade is sticky on chicken and it is browned.

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate in the jerk sauce for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator.ย 
To keep your Mango Jerk Wings tasting fresh, let them cool down, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready for a flavorful encore, reheat them in the oven at 375ยฐF for about 10-15 minutes, or until they’re heated through and the skin gets crispy again. This method helps to maintain their juicy goodness and that irresistible jerk spice kick!

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 635IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. If you are going to baste the chicken while cooking, please remember to bring the marinade up to a boil for a few seconds to prevent salmonella contamination

  2. Would we be able to omit the brown sugar if we don’t have any, or if we want to reduce the sugar content?

    1. You definitely can but you want to add some type of sweetener like maybe honey.

  3. Just bumped into this recipe on Pinterest. You had me at mango. Looking forward to them for tonight’s NBA all star!!! Thank you for sharing.

  4. Quick question, I just purchased Jamaican Allspice recently for another jerk chicken recipe. Can it be used in place of any of the spices, or do you think it’s best to stick with each separate ingredient? Thanks! Wanna surprise my husband with these next weekend for Super Bowl. We live in North Carolina, Keep Pounding Panthers! ๐Ÿ™‚

    1. You can use the allspice but you will need to play it by ear regarding taste to make sure that you get enough flavor. Let me know how it turns out!!

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