Description
Sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy wings coated in a sticky pineapple cowboy candy glaze. Perfect for game days, parties, or family dinners, this beginner-friendly recipe uses simple ingredients and produces tender, flavorful wings every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken wings (whole or separated drumettes/flats)
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for desired heat)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, to thicken glaze)
- 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Toothpicks for serving
Instructions
- Pat chicken wings dry and arrange on a baking sheet or in an air fryer basket. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
- In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Simmer over medium heat until slightly thickened; optionally add cornstarch slurry for a thicker glaze.
- Cook wings:
–Baking: 400°F (200°C) for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway; brush wings with glaze during the last 10 minutes.
–Air fryer: 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, shake basket halfway; coat with glaze during the last 5 minutes. - Serve hot, drizzle with remaining glaze, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and use toothpicks for easy serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25–40 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6