Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings
Indulge in the flavorful explosion of Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings, a delightful combination of sweet and spicy that will elevate your next gathering. With a tangy pineapple glaze infused with jalapeños, these wings are perfect for game nights, parties, or casual dinners. The recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for busy cooks who want to impress without the fuss. Baked to perfection, these wings offer all the flavor you crave without the extra oil from frying. Whether served as an appetizer or main dish, they promise to be a crowd-pleaser that tantalizes taste buds and leaves everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken wings
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse chicken wings under cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour marinade over chicken wings in a large mixing bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top; grease the rack with olive oil.
- Arrange marinated wings on the rack in a single layer. Reserve any leftover marinade.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy, brushing wings with reserved marinade halfway through cooking.
- Optional: Broil for an additional 3-5 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Allow wings to rest briefly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 chicken wings (about 120g)
- Calories: 278
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg