neapple Teriyaki Chicken Wings 🍍🍗: Sticky, Sweet, Irresistible!

Why These Wings Are a Must-Make ✨

• Tropical Flavor Combo 🌴: Juicy pineapple meets rich teriyaki sauce for a sweet-savory explosion in every bite.
• Crispy + Sticky Perfection 🤤: Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a glossy, lip-smacking sauce.
• Versatile Cooking Methods 🍳: Bake, air fry, or grill—pick your favorite way to get that golden crunch.
• Crowd-Pleaser Guaranteed 🎉: Kids and adults alike will go crazy for these wings. No leftovers here!

What You’ll Need 🛒 (Serves 4–6)

For the Chicken Wings

• 2 lbs chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats, pat dry) 🐔
• 1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
• 1 tsp ginger powder 🫚
• ½ tsp salt 🧂
• ¼ tsp black pepper 🖤
• 1 tbsp olive oil 🫗

For the Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce

• ½ cup teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• ¼ cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained) 🍍
• 2 tbsp brown sugar (for extra sweetness) 🍯
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
• 1 clove garlic (minced) 🧄
• 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated) 🫚
• 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water, for thickening) 🌽

Optional Toppings

• Sesame seeds 🧆
• Chopped green onions (scallions) 🧅
• Extra pineapple chunks (for garnish) 🍍

Let’s Cook! 👩🍳 Step-by-Step

1. Prep the Wings: In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Make sure every wing is evenly coated—this is the secret to flavorful, crispy skin!
2. Cook the Wings:
   • Oven Method: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
   • Air Fryer Method: Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
    
3. Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine teriyaki sauce, pineapple chunks, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, mashing the pineapple a bit to release its juice. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
4. Coat the Wings: Toss the hot, crispy wings in the saucepan with the teriyaki sauce. Stir until every wing is covered in that sticky, delicious goodness.
5. Serve & Enjoy: Plate the wings, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, and garnish with extra pineapple chunks. Serve with rice, coleslaw, or your favorite dipping sauce—dig in! 😋

Pro Tips for Wing Greatness 💡

• Pat the wings dry before seasoning—this helps them get crispy instead of soggy.
• Don’t skip the cornstarch! It’s what gives the sauce that perfect sticky texture.
• For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. 🌶️
• Marinate the wings in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking for even more flavor.

Final Thoughts 🎉