Honey Pineapple Lemon Chicken Wings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

For the Wings:

2 lbs chicken wings (drums and flats)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

1/2 cup pineapple juice (fresh or canned)

1/4 cup honey

2 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)

1 garlic clove, minced

1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (slurry)

Instructions:

1. Prep the Wings:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

Pat wings dry, then toss with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Bake on a wire rack over a baking sheet for 40–45 minutes (flipping halfway) or air fry for 20–25 minutes until crispy.

 

2. Make the Sauce:

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and ginger.

Bring to a simmer and cook for 4–5 minutes.

Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens (1–2 minutes).

Remove from heat.

 

3. Toss and Finish:

Toss hot wings in the warm sauce until fully coated.

Garnish with chopped parsley, sesame seeds, or extra lemon zest if desired.