Savory Pineapple Soy Chicken Wings
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Savory Pineapple Soy Chicken Wings, a perfect dish for parties or game day! With a sweet and tangy glaze made from dark brown sugar, soy sauce, and fresh pineapple, these wings are marinated to perfection and broiled until golden and crisp. The marinade infuses every bite with deep flavor while a simple sauce thickened with cornstarch adds a rich finish. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for an elegant touch, and enjoy a dish that will have everyone coming back for more!
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Dark brown sugar
1/2 cup (Packed firmly)
Soy sauce
1/2 cup (Regular or low sodium)
Sake or dry sherry
4 tablespoons (Divided)
Garlic cloves
4 medium (Minced)
Chicken wings
3 lbs (Separated into 2 pieces with wing tips removed)
Fresh pineapple
2 tablespoons (Finely chopped)
White wine vinegar
1 tablespoon (None)
Naturally sweetened pineapple juice
1 tablespoon (None)
Cornstarch
1 tablespoon (Dissolved in 1 tablespoon cold water)
Toasted sesame seeds
1 teaspoon (For garnish)
Instructions
1
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sake (or dry sherry), and minced garlic cloves. Stir these ingredients together until the brown sugar is dissolved.
2
Add the separated chicken wings to the marinated mixture. Seal the bag, making sure to press out any excess air, and gently turn the bag to coat the wings evenly with the marinade. Place the bag in the refrigerator to marinate for a minimum of 2 hours or up to 12 hours for deeper flavor.
3
Preheat your broiler to high heat. Adjust the oven rack to the middle position, and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, placing a wire rack over it for better air circulation.
4
Remove the marinated wings from the bag, letting excess marinade drip off, then arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack. Be sure that the wings do not touch for an even broil. Discard the remaining marinade.
5
Broil the wings for about 12 minutes or until the skin is a deep golden brown, crisping, and the meat begins pulling away from the bones. With tongs, flip the wings and return them to the broiler for another 12 minutes or until the other side is perfectly browned and bubbly.
6
While the wings are broiling, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the remaining 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh pineapple, 2 tablespoons sake (or dry sherry), 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, and 1 tablespoon naturally sweetened pineapple juice. Mix these ingredients together and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
7
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer until the sauce reduces to about 1/2 cup, which will take approximately 10 minutes.
8
Stir in the cornstarch-water mixture, whisking constantly, and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and transfer to a large, heatproof bowl.
9
Once the wings are fully cooked, add them to the prepared sauce and toss to ensure each wing is coated evenly.
10
Transfer the glazed wings to a serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for garnish. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Pineapple Soy Chicken Wings?
These are chicken wings coated in a sweet and tangy glaze made from dark brown sugar, soy sauce, and fresh pineapple, then broiled until crisp.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What ingredients are needed for the marinade?
The marinade requires 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sake or dry sherry, and minced garlic cloves.
How long should the chicken wings marinate?
The wings should marinate for a minimum of 2 hours, but can be left for up to 12 hours for deeper flavor.
Can I use dry sherry instead of sake?
Yes, dry sherry is a recommended alternative for sake in both the marinade and the sauce.
How should I prepare the chicken wings?
Separate the 3 lbs of wings into two pieces and remove the wing tips before marinating.
What is the best way to cook these wings?
The wings should be broiled on high heat on a wire rack over a foil-lined baking sheet.
How long do the wings need to broil?
Broil the wings for about 12 minutes on one side, then flip and broil for another 12 minutes until browned and bubbly.
What goes into the finishing sauce?
The sauce contains dark brown sugar, soy sauce, chopped fresh pineapple, sake or dry sherry, white wine vinegar, and pineapple juice.
How do I thicken the pineapple soy sauce?
Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water, whisk it into the boiling sauce, and cook for about 1 minute.
What type of pineapple should I use?
The recipe calls for finely chopped fresh pineapple for the best flavor.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
It is recommended to line the baking sheet with aluminum foil and use a wire rack to allow for better air circulation and to prevent sticking.
Can I reuse the marinade?
No, you should discard the remaining marinade after removing the wings to avoid cross-contamination.
What garnish is recommended for these wings?
Garnish the glazed wings with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
What temperature should the broiler be set to?
The broiler should be set to high heat.
Where should the oven rack be placed?
Adjust the oven rack to the middle position for even broiling.
How much sauce should the reduction yield?
Simmer the sauce until it reduces to approximately 1/2 cup.
What type of vinegar is used in this recipe?
White wine vinegar is used to add a tangy element to the sauce.
Is the pineapple juice sweetened?
The recipe specifies using naturally sweetened pineapple juice.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 4 medium minced garlic cloves.
Can I use low-sodium soy sauce?
Yes, you can use either regular or low-sodium soy sauce based on your preference.
How do I know the wings are fully cooked?
The meat will begin pulling away from the bones and the skin will be crisp and deep golden brown.
Should the brown sugar be packed?
Yes, the dark brown sugar should be firmly packed when measuring.
When do I toss the wings in the sauce?
Add the wings to the sauce once they are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
What is the total number of ingredients?
The recipe uses 10 main ingredients.
What tags describe this recipe?
Tags include chicken, wings, appetizer, glazed, pineapple, soy sauce, broiled, and party food.
Can these wings be served at room temperature?
They are best enjoyed when served immediately while still hot.
What kind of flavor profile do these wings have?
They offer a savory, sweet, and tangy profile with distinct Asian flavors.
Is fresh or canned pineapple juice better?
The recipe calls for naturally sweetened pineapple juice, which can be bottled or canned, but emphasizes fresh pineapple for the fruit portion.
How much sesame seed is needed?
Use 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds for the garnish.