These Pineapple Chicken Wings are juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and coated in a glossy sweet-and-savory pineapple glaze. Perfect for family dinners, parties, or game nights.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Chicken Wings
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12 chicken wings (whole or split at the joints)
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp cornstarch (for crispier skin – optional)
For the Marinade
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¼ cup soy sauce
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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2 cloves garlic, finely minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
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½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
For the Pineapple Sauce
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1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
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Reserved marinade (boiled)
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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2 tbsp water (to make slurry)
Garnish (Optional)
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Sesame seeds
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Chopped green onions
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken Wings
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Wash the chicken wings thoroughly and pat them completely dry using paper towels.
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If using whole wings, cut them at the joints into drumettes and flats.
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Lightly season with salt and pepper.
💡 Dry wings = crispy wings.
2️⃣ Make the Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together:
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Soy sauce
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Honey
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Rice vinegar
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Sesame oil
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Garlic
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Ginger
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Red pepper flakes
Mix until well combined.
3️⃣ Marinate the Wings
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Add the chicken wings to the bowl.
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Toss until all wings are evenly coated.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2–4 hours.
⏱ The longer they marinate, the deeper the flavor.
4️⃣ Preheat & Prepare for Baking
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil.
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Arrange wings in a single layer, leaving space between them.
💡 Optional: Sprinkle wings lightly with cornstarch for extra crispiness.
5️⃣ Bake the Wings
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Bake for 30–40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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Wings should be golden, crispy, and fully cooked.
🔥 Extra crispy option: Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
6️⃣ Prepare the Pineapple Sauce
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Pour the leftover marinade into a saucepan.
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Add pineapple chunks.
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Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat (important for safety).
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Mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry.
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Slowly stir the slurry into the sauce.
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Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thick, glossy, and sticky.
7️⃣ Combine Wings & Sauce
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Transfer the baked wings into the saucepan.
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Toss gently until every wing is fully coated with pineapple sauce.
🍍 The sauce should cling beautifully to the wings.
8️⃣ Serve
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Transfer wings to a serving plate.
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Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
🔄 Cooking Variations
🔥 Air Fryer Method
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Cook wings at 380°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes
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Flip halfway
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Toss in sauce after cooking
🌶 Spicy Version
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Add 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
🍯 Extra Sweet & Sticky
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Add 1 tbsp brown sugar or pineapple juice
🍊 Citrus Twist
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Add orange zest or juice for brightness
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Steamed rice
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Fried rice
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Asian slaw
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Roasted vegetables
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As party appetizers
