Description
Succulent Pineapple Chicken Wings bring tropical paradise to your plate with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Juicy chicken wings glazed in caramelized pineapple sauce promise a mouthwatering experience that will transport you to a beachside barbecue.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) chicken wings, cut into drumsticks and flats
Marinade and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) sesame oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish and Glaze:
- 1/4 cup pineapple slice
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup (85 grams) honey
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a sizzling 400F (200C), ensuring a perfectly heated environment for the chicken wings.
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking together tangy pineapple juice, savory soy sauce, caramelized brown sugar, minced garlic, zesty ginger, and aromatic sesame oil in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Submerge chicken wings completely in the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Create a protective layer on a baking sheet using aluminum foil, then lightly mist with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Carefully transfer wings from marinade, letting excess liquid drain. Arrange wings on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining slight spacing between pieces.
- Roast wings in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, monitoring until the meat is fully cooked and edges turn golden brown.
- Meanwhile, prepare a glossy pineapple glaze by combining pineapple juice, golden honey, and soy sauce in a saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes syrupy.
- After initial baking, generously brush wings with the reduced pineapple glaze, returning them to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes to caramelize and intensify flavors.
- Plate the wings, adorning with a fresh pineapple slice for a tropical presentation, and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Ensure wings are evenly coated with marinade by massaging the mixture into the meat for maximum flavor penetration.
- Pat chicken wings dry before marinating to help achieve crispy, caramelized exterior during baking.
- Use fresh pineapple juice for more vibrant, authentic tropical taste compared to canned alternatives.
- For gluten-free option, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain similar umami profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 362 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg