Description
Delicious and tangy Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Wings feature a succulent marinade made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar, perfectly balanced with hints of ginger and garlic. These wings are pan-seared for a crispy exterior and simmered in the flavorful sauce for a tender, juicy finish. Ideal for parties or a flavorful weeknight dinner, this recipe serves 30 and takes just 50 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 30 chicken wings or drummettes
Marinade
- 1 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup beer
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons dried minced onions
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, pineapple juice, beer, brown sugar, dried minced onions, ground ginger, garlic powder, and sea salt until all ingredients are well combined.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken wings or drummettes and brown them on both sides until golden and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add the Marinade: Pour the prepared marinade into the skillet with the browned chicken and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a simmer.
- Simmer and Cook Thoroughly: Continue to cook the chicken wings in the simmering marinade, turning them frequently to ensure even cooking and coating in the sauce. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached at least 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
- Serve: Once cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly, reduce heat to low to keep warm. Serve the Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Wings hot as a flavorful appetizer or main dish.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control the saltiness of the wings.
- Ensure the chicken wings are cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F for food safety.
- Marinating the wings longer (up to 2 hours) before cooking can enhance flavor.
- Substitute beer with more pineapple juice or a non-alcoholic beer if preferred.
- Serve with steamed rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-searing and simmering
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wing
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
