Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings Chicken

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Sticky Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken Wings

Sweet, tangy, and caramelized to perfection—these wings are a tropical twist on classic game-day favorites!

⏰ Prep Time: 10 mins | 🍳 Cook Time: 40 mins | 🍽️ Servings: 4-6

📝 Ingredients

For the Wings:

2 lbs chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats, patted dry)

1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika

For the Pineapple Glaze:

1 cup crushed pineapple (canned or fresh, drained)

½ cup brown sugar (packed)
¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for GF)
2 tbsp honey

2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry, for thickening)

Garnish (Optional):

Toasted sesame seeds

Sliced green onions
Fresh cilantro

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Bake or Air Fry the Wings:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss wings with oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet (or air fryer basket).
Bake 35-40 mins (or air fry 20-25 mins at 375°F), flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.

2. Make the Pineapple Glaze:

In a saucepan, combine pineapple, brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 5 mins.

Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 2-3 mins until thickened.

3. Glaze & Broil (Optional):

Toss wings in the glaze (or brush generously).
Return to oven and broil 2-3 mins for extra caramelization.

4. Serve:

Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro. Serve with extra glaze for dipping!

💡 Pro Tips:

✅ Extra crispy wings? Dust with 1 tbsp baking powder before baking (not baking soda!).
✅ Grill option: Cook wings over indirect heat, then glaze and char briefly.
✅ Make ahead: Glaze keeps refrigerated for 3 days—reheat before tossing with wings.

🔥 Why You’ll Love It:

Sticky-sweet with a tangy kick—perfect balance!
Crowd-pleaser for parties or weeknight dinners.

Pineapple tenderizes the chicken for juicy, flavorful bites.

Tropical vibes on a plate! 🌴🍗✨