Ingredients
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To kick things off, let’s gather our ingredients. This recipe combines simple items you might already have in your pantry with a few exciting additions. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fresh pineapple slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt in a bowl and whisk together.
- Marinate the chicken wings in the mixture for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Remove wings from marinade and place in a single layer on the rack; bake for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Brush with reserved marinade in the last 5 minutes of baking.
Notes
- Letting the wings marinate overnight enhances the flavor.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-vegetarian