Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings
Indulge your taste buds with Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings, a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate any gathering. These wings are coated in a tangy pineapple glaze with a kick from jalapeños, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and heat. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or simply enjoying a cozy night at home, these wings are an impressive and crowd-pleasing dish. Easy to prepare and versatile in serving options, they can be enjoyed on their own or paired with your favorite dipping sauces and fresh vegetables. Get ready to impress your guests with this mouthwatering recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Appetizer/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 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and pat the chicken wings dry.
- Combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and black pepper in a bowl; whisk until smooth.
- Marinate the wings in the mixture for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top; grease with olive oil.
- Arrange marinated wings on the rack in a single layer; reserve marinade for basting.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown; baste with reserved marinade halfway through.
- Optionally broil for an additional 3-5 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let rest briefly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken wings (about 160g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg