Description
Tender and sticky chicken wings coated in a caramelized brown sugar and pineapple glaze, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Ideal for game day, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for finger-licking good wings.
Ingredients
For the wings
2 pounds chicken wings
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the pineapple glaze
1 cup pineapple juice
¼ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Toss the chicken wings with brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and olive oil until each wing is evenly coated. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
Preheat the oven to 400 °F and line a baking sheet with foil. Arrange the wings in a single layer and bake for 35 minutes, turning once halfway through to ensure even browning.
While the wings roast, whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, water, and garlic powder in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the glaze thickens and becomes translucent. Remove from heat.
Transfer the baked wings to a large bowl and pour the warm pineapple glaze over them. Toss gently to coat every wing in the sticky sauce.
Return the glazed wings to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 8–10 minutes, allowing the glaze to set and caramelize around the edges.
Let the wings rest for 5 minutes before serving to let the glaze adhere and cool slightly.
Notes
Adjust the sweetness by reducing brown sugar in the glaze or adding a dash of vinegar for tang. For a spicy kick, stir in ¼ teaspoon of cayenne or chili flakes into the glaze. Serve with fresh pineapple chunks or chopped green onions for a bright contrast.