🌶️ Sticky Pineapple Chicken Wings | The Ultimate Flavor Explosion

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 Spicy Pineapple Cilantro Chicken Wings 
Servings: 4 
Prep Time: 15 minutes 
Marinating Time: 1 hour 
Cooking Time: 35 minutes 
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes 

 Ingredients:

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2 lbs chicken wings 
2 tablespoons olive oil 
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 

For the Marinade & Sauce:
1 cup pineapple juice 
½ cup fresh pineapple, crushed 
3 tablespoons soy sauce 
2 tablespoons sriracha (or more, to taste) 
1 tablespoon honey 
1 tablespoon lime juice 
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 
1 teaspoon  garlic powder 
½ teaspoon ginger powder 

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels.
3. In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. In a separate bowl, combine pineapple juice, crushed pineapple, soy sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
5. Add chicken wings to the marinade and toss to coat evenly.
6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.
7. Place chicken wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until cooked through and crispy.
9. Let wings rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Equipment:

Large bowl
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Small bowl

Tips:

For extra crispy wings, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.
Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spiciness.
If you don’t have fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple chunks, drained.

North American Cuisine

Variations:

Sweet & Sticky: Add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to the marinade for a sweeter flavor.
Hoisin Glaze: Mix 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce with the marinade for a savory and umami boost.
Orange Habanero: Substitute orange juice for the pineapple juice and add ½ teaspoon of habanero powder for extra heat.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or a sweet chili sauce. Great with coleslaw or a side  salad.

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Storage:

Store leftover chicken wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.

Nutritional information: (approximate per wing, may vary)
Calories: 150-200
Protein: 20-25g
Fat: 5-8g
Carbohydrates: 5-7g