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Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings

A comforting and simple recipe that combines sweet, salty, and spicy flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken wings
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice Fresh or canned
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Deepens caramel notes during baking
  • 2 jalapeños, finely chopped Remove seeds for milder heat
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Can substitute with Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Greasing
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For greasing the wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the wings and marinate with the other ingredients.
Marinating
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and black pepper until well mixed.
  2. Pour the marinade over the chicken wings and toss to ensure they are fully coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
Baking
  1. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Grease the rack lightly with olive oil.
  2. Remove the wings from the marinade and place them in a single layer on the wire rack. Reserve the marinade for later. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Broiling (optional)
  1. If desired, switch the oven to broil for the last 3-5 minutes for extra crispiness.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and let the wings rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra chopped jalapeños if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 2 months.