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Irresistible Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings Chicken in 40 Minutes

Irresistible Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings Chicken in 40 Minutes
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Deliciously sweet and tangy Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings Chicken featuring crispy oven-baked chicken wings coated in a glossy caramelized pineapple glaze that takes just 40 minutes to prepare. Perfectly balanced with brown sugar, fresh pineapple juice, soy sauce, and garlic, these wings are an irresistible crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

  • 2 lbs chicken wings (tips removed, drumettes and flats separated)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, 1/2 tsp

Brown Sugar Pineapple Glaze

  • 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup pineapple juice (not concentrate)
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic (fresh preferred)
  • 1 tsp ginger powder (or 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thicker glaze)
  • 1 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep and Bake the Wings: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispiness. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. Arrange wings in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet, ensuring they have space to avoid steaming. Bake for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until wings are golden, crispy, and the meat pulls away from the bones slightly.
  2. Make the Brown Sugar Pineapple Glaze: While the wings bake, combine the brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger powder in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly as the mixture comes to a gentle simmer, dissolving the sugar. Allow it to simmer and reduce slightly for about 5 minutes. For a thicker glaze, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then whisk it into the sauce. The glaze will thicken and become glossy. Remove from heat to avoid over-reduction.
  3. Glaze and Serve: Transfer baked wings to a large bowl and pour approximately half of the glaze over them. Toss gently with tongs to coat each wing thoroughly. Arrange wings back on the baking sheet. For extra caramelized crunch, place wings under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Serve immediately with the remaining glaze on the side for dipping, accompanied by plenty of napkins for the sticky sweet mess.

Notes

  • Patting wings dry is essential for crispy skin; don’t skip this step.
  • Use dark brown sugar for a richer caramel flavor.
  • If fresh pineapple juice is unavailable, use good-quality bottled but avoid concentrate.
  • The cornstarch slurry is optional but recommended for a glossy, restaurant-style glaze.
  • Keep an eye on wings under the broiler to prevent burning as the glaze caramelizes quickly.
  • You can adjust ginger amount according to your taste preference.

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Keywords: Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings, Baked Chicken Wings, Sweet Tangy Chicken Wings, Pineapple Chicken Recipe, Easy Chicken Wings Glaze

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