Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds chicken wings, cut into drumettes and flats
• ½ cup pineapple juice
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• ¼ cup pineapple chunks
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the chicken:
   • Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
   • Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Bake the wings:
   • Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
4. Make the sauce:
   • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and pineapple chunks.
   • Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer for 5-7 minutes to let the flavors develop.
5. Thicken the sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
   • Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
6. Toss the wings:
   • Once the wings are fully cooked, transfer them to a large bowl.
   • Pour the thickened pineapple sauce over the wings and toss until they are fully coated.
7. Optional garnish:
   • Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
8. Serve:
   • Serve hot and enjoy your sweet, sticky, and tangy Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken Wings!