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Pineapple Chicken Wings Recipe

Pineapple Chicken Wings Recipe
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This Pineapple Chicken Wings Recipe offers a quick, easy, and flavorful twist on classic wings, combining juicy pineapple with crispy chicken for a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy appetizer perfect for meals, game days, or parties. Ready in under 40 minutes, these wings boast a tropical glaze balanced with aromatic garlic and ginger and the option for a spicy kick.

Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

  • 2 lbs fresh or frozen chicken wings
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or cooking spray, for coating

Pineapple Glaze

  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes or 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove moisture, ensuring they crisp up nicely when cooked. Season all sides evenly with salt and pepper.
  2. Make the Pineapple Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together fresh pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes or hot sauce if desired until smooth and well blended.
  3. Cook the Wings: For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a foil-lined baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray. Arrange wings in a single layer, and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness. Alternatively, air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket every 7 minutes.
  4. Toss Wings in the Glaze: Transfer the cooked wings to a large bowl. Pour the pineapple glaze over the hot wings and toss gently but thoroughly to coat each wing evenly.
  5. Final Bake (Optional): For an extra sticky and caramelized finish, place glazed wings back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes to let the glaze set with a shiny coating.

Notes

  • Pat wings dry before cooking for maximum crispiness.
  • Use fresh pineapple chunks for best flavor; canned can be substituted but affects freshness.
  • Adjust sweetness of glaze by modifying honey or sugar to your taste.
  • Toss wings with glaze while still warm to help the sauce adhere better.
  • Do not overcrowd wings during cooking to allow even heat circulation and crisp texture.

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Keywords: pineapple chicken wings, tropical chicken wings, sweet and tangy wings, easy chicken wings recipe, party appetizers, game day snacks, gluten free wings

Find it online: https://cherrycooks.com/pineapple-chicken-wings-recipe/