Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings Recipe
These Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings are a delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors, featuring a juicy pineapple juice marinade with a kick of jalapeños and smoky paprika. Baked to golden crispiness and brushed with a sticky, flavorful glaze, they make a perfect appetizer or game day snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes (including marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 1.5 lbs chicken wings
Marinade
- 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
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a large mixing bowl to prepare for marinating.
- Prepare Marinade: In a separate bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, finely chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and black pepper until the brown sugar dissolves completely and ingredients are well combined.
- Marinate Wings: Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken wings in the mixing bowl. Toss well to evenly coat each wing. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor infusion.
- Prepare Baking Setup: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the wire rack with olive oil to prevent sticking and facilitate even cooking.
- Arrange Wings: Remove the wings from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the greased wire rack. Retain the leftover marinade for basting during cooking.
- Bake Wings: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake the wings for 25-30 minutes until they turn golden brown and achieve a crispy texture. Halfway through baking, brush the wings with some of the reserved marinade to enhance flavor and moisture.
- Broil for Crispiness: For an extra crispy finish, switch the oven setting to broil during the last 3-5 minutes of cooking. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
- Rest and Serve: Once done, remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve warm, garnished with extra chopped jalapeños if desired for added heat and freshness.
Notes
- Marinating for longer (up to 2 hours) intensifies the flavor.
- Use a wire rack for even cooking and crispiness.
- Watch closely when broiling to avoid burning the wings.
- Adjust the number of jalapeños based on preferred spice level.
- Leftover marinade can be boiled and used as a dipping sauce if desired.
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