Ingredients
– 2 pounds chicken wings
– 1 cup pineapple juice
– ½ cup brown sugar
– ¼ cup honey
– ¼ cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon ground ginger
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thicker sauce)
– Fresh pineapple chunks (for garnish)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your Sweet and Spicy Sticky Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings:
1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Sriracha sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt.
2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken wings to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for maximum flavor.
3. Preheat Oven or Grill: If baking, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
4. Remove Wings from Marinade: Take the wings out of the marinade, shaking off any excess liquid. Reserve the marinade for later use.
5. Bake or Grill the Wings:
– For baking: Place the wings on a lined baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.
– For grilling: Place the wings on the grill and cook for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and crispy.
6. Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, bring the reserved marinade to a boil. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a little water and add it to the boiling marinade. Cook until thickened.
7. Coat the Wings: Once the wings are cooked, toss them in the thickened sauce until fully coated.
8. Serve: Transfer the wings to a serving platter and garnish with fresh pineapple chunks for an added touch.
These steps will guide you in creating flavorful Sweet and Spicy Sticky Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings that are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 27g