Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings

Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings are the ultimate sweet-heat wing experience. Sticky, glossy, and bursting with flavor, these wings combine juicy pineapple sweetness with the bold, fiery kick of cowboy candy (candied jalapeños). The result is a crave-worthy balance of tropical brightness and slow-building heat that keeps you reaching for just one more wing.

These wings are perfect for game day spreads, backyard cookouts, family gatherings, or anytime you want to impress without deep frying. Baked or air-fried until crispy, then tossed in a thick pineapple cowboy candy glaze, they deliver big flavor with minimal effort.

What makes this recipe stand out is the layered heat. Cowboy candy brings sweetness first, then warmth, while pineapple keeps everything fresh and juicy. Finished with a glossy glaze, these wings look as incredible as they taste.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THESE WINGS

• Sweet, spicy, and sticky in every bite
• No deep frying required
• Perfect balance of heat and tropical sweetness
• Crowd-pleasing party recipe
• Easy to adjust spice level

INGREDIENTS

• Chicken wings
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Pineapple juice
• Cowboy candy (candied jalapeños)
• Cowboy candy syrup
• Honey
• Soy sauce
• Apple cider vinegar
• Cornstarch
• Optional garnish: green onions or sesame seeds

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Pat chicken wings completely dry using paper towels.
3. Toss wings with baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Arrange wings on the baking sheet in a single layer.
5. Bake until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
6. In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, cowboy candy syrup, honey, soy sauce, and vinegar.
7. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir in chopped cowboy candy jalapeños.
8. Mix cornstarch with water and add to sauce to thicken.
9. Simmer until glossy and sticky.
10. Toss crispy wings in the sauce until fully coated.
11. Garnish and serve immediately.

FLAVOR & TEXTURE NOTES

These wings are crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and coated in a sticky glaze that clings to every bite. The pineapple brightens the sauce, while cowboy candy delivers sweet heat without overwhelming spice.

SERVING IDEAS

• Serve with ranch or blue cheese dip
• Pair with coleslaw or grilled corn
• Add to game-day platters
• Sprinkle with fresh herbs for contrast

STORAGE & REHEATING

• Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days
• Reheat in oven or air fryer to restore crispiness
• Avoid microwaving for best texture

Pineapple Cowboy Candy Chicken Wings

Crispy baked chicken wings tossed in a sticky pineapple cowboy candy glaze with the perfect balance of sweet heat.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Main

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Wings

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder

Sauce

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 0.25 cup cowboy candy syrup
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup cowboy candy jalapeños chopped
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with water

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Saucepan
• Mixing bowls

Method

 

1. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet.
2. Dry wings and toss with baking powder and spices.
3. Bake wings until crispy, flipping halfway.
4. Simmer pineapple juice, syrup, honey, soy sauce, and vinegar.
5. Add jalapeños and thicken sauce with cornstarch.
6. Toss baked wings in sauce until coated.
7. Garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust heat by adding more or fewer jalapeños. Serve immediately for best texture.