Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings
Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings are the ultimate sweet and spicy treat, perfect for any gathering. These delicious wings feature a tangy pineapple glaze combined with finely chopped jalapeños, resulting in a flavor explosion that will have everyone reaching for more. Baked to crispy perfection on a wire rack, they maintain their juiciness inside while delivering that satisfying crunch on the outside. Whether you’re hosting a lively game day party or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, these wings are sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and completely customizable, you can adjust the heat level to suit your taste preferences. Get ready to elevate your wing game with this mouthwatering recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- 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 the oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken wings in a large bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to two hours.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a greased wire rack on top.
- Arrange marinated wings in a single layer on the wire rack and reserve some marinade for basting.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy; baste halfway through with reserved marinade.
- Broil for an additional 3-5 minutes for extra crispiness if desired.
- Let rest before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 wings (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg