Description
These pineapple wings are sticky, sweet, and full of tropical flavor—baked to crispy perfection and glazed with a buttery brown sugar and pineapple sauce.
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken wings (split into flats and drumettes)
1½ Tbsp olive oil or neutral oil
½ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp black pepper
For the glaze:
¼ cup packed brown sugar
2 Tbsp soy sauce
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
½ cup crushed or finely chopped pineapple (fresh or canned)
1 tsp garlic powder
Optional: pinch of cayenne or a dash of sriracha for heat
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425 °F (220 °C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
Toss wings with oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Bake for 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, make the glaze: In a small saucepan, melt butter with brown sugar. Stir in soy sauce, pineapple, and garlic powder. Simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened slightly. Add cayenne or sriracha if desired.
After 25 minutes, brush wings with glaze. Bake an additional 10–15 minutes, flipping once or twice, until caramelized and fully cooked.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Swap crushed pineapple for diced for texture.
Try smoked paprika or lime zest for variation.
Air-fry at 400 °F for 20 minutes, then glaze and fry 5 more minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Bake, Air-Fry
- Cuisine: American, Tropical-Inspired
