Description
These Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings offer a deliciously sweet and sticky glaze that perfectly balances tropical pineapple juice with savory soy sauce and a hint of spice. Crispy baked chicken wings are coated in a caramelized brown sugar pineapple glaze, making them an irresistible appetizer or main course that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Glaze
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (slurry, optional for thickening)
Garnish (optional)
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top, lightly greasing the rack to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness. Toss them in olive oil, salt, and black pepper so they are evenly coated. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared wire rack.
- Bake Wings: Bake the wings for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking. This ensures they become golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Make the Glaze: While the wings are baking, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.
- Thicken Glaze (Optional): If you prefer a thicker glaze, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 1 to 2 more minutes until the glaze has thickened to your liking.
- Coat Wings: Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl and pour the pineapple glaze over them. Toss the wings thoroughly to coat each piece evenly with the sticky glaze.
- Broil for Caramelization: Return the glazed wings to the baking sheet and place under the broiler on high for 2 to 3 minutes. This step caramelizes the glaze, adding extra flavor and a slight crisp. Be sure to watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the wings with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot, optionally paired with rice or tropical slaw for a complete meal.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, marinate the wings in half of the uncooked sauce for 1 to 2 hours before baking.
- These wings pair excellently with rice dishes or a fresh tropical slaw to complement the sweet glaze.
- If gluten-free soy sauce is used, this recipe is suitable for a gluten-free diet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Tropical-Inspired
