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Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings

Delicious Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings for Your Next Gathering

These Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings offer a delightful blend of savory and sweet, perfect for gatherings and cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 12-15 wings Chicken Wings Separated at the joints for optimal cooking
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Can substitute with potato starch
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used if preferred
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for milder flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust based on spice tolerance
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice Fresh juice is best
  • 1 4 Soy Sauce Low sodium if desired
  • 2 tbs Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted
  • 2 tbs Ketchup
  • 1 tbs Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tbs Sesame Oil Omit if preferred
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 tbs Grated Ginger
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh or canned, drained
For Thickening and Garnish
  • 1 tbs Cornstarch For thickening, mix with water to create slurry
  • 2 tbs Water For cornstarch slurry
  • 1 tbs Sesame Seeds Garnish
  • 2 Chopped Green Onions Garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Separate each wing at the joints, discarding the tips.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Toss the wings in this dry mixture until fully coated.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the seasoned wings in a single layer and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crispy.
  4. While baking, grab a saucepan and combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
  5. Stir in the drained pineapple chunks. To thicken, whisk cornstarch with water, add to the saucepan, and let it simmer for 5–7 minutes until desired thickness is reached.
  6. Transfer the baked wings to a large bowl, pour the warm brown sugar pineapple sauce over them, and toss gently until well coated.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate wings for deeper flavor. Ensure wings are coated properly for crispiness. Confirm internal temperature is 165°F (74°C) before serving.

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