Spicy Pineapple Garlic Wings

If you’re craving crispy chicken wings with the perfect balance of sweet, savoury, and spicy, these Spicy Pineapple Garlic Wings are guaranteed to become a favourite. Crispy Nutrafarms chicken wings are tossed in a sticky pineapple honey garlic sauce with fresh Thai chilies for just the right amount of heat.

They’re perfect for game day, weekend gatherings, or whenever you’re in the mood for bold flavour without a lot of effort.

Ingredients

<p “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>​For the Wings

    <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>1 lb Nutrafarms chicken wings, patted dry <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>1 tsp salt <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>1 tsp black pepper <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>2 tsp garlic powder <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>2 tsp onion powder <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>2 tsp paprika <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>1 tsp chili flakes <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>2 tbsp cornstarch <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>Pinch of baking soda <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>Juice of ½ lime <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>1–2 tsp olive oil (if needed)

<p “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>For the Sticky Pineapple Honey Garlic Sauce

    <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>1 tbsp butter <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>4 garlic cloves, finely minced <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>2 Thai chilies, finely diced (remove the seeds for less heat) <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>¼ cup pineapple, finely diced <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>2½ tbsp honey <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>1 tbsp soy sauce

<p “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>For Garnish

    • <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>Fresh cilantro, chopped

 

    <li “=”” =””=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9113″”=”” tve-u-6a639ad84f9130″=””>Lime wedges

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🍳 Instructions

1. Season the Wings

Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towel and place them in a large bowl.

Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili flakes, cornstarch, baking soda, and lime juice. Toss until every wing is evenly coated.

If the seasoning mixture feels dry, drizzle in a small amount of olive oil and toss again.

​2. Air Fry

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

Arrange the wings in a single layer and cook for 7–8 minutes.

Flip the wings and cook for another 7–8 minutes, or until they’re crispy, golden brown, and fully cooked.

3. Make the Sauce

While the wings cook, melt the butter in a skillet over low heat.

Add the garlic, Thai chilies, and diced pineapple. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and the garlic begins to lightly brown.

Stir in the honey and soy sauce. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy, thick, and sticky.

4. Coat the Wings

Transfer the cooked wings directly into the skillet and toss until every wing is evenly coated in the pineapple honey garlic sauce.

5. Garnish & Serve

Arrange the wings on a serving platter.

Top with fresh chopped cilantro and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime.

Serve immediately while they’re hot, crispy, and coated in the sticky sauce.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    <li “=”” =””=”” dir=”ltr” style=”” tve-droppable”=””>Crispy air-fried wings with no deep frying required. <li “=”” =””=”” dir=”ltr” style=”” tve-droppable”=””>Sweet pineapple perfectly balances the garlic and heat. <li “=”” =””=”” dir=”ltr” style=”” tve-droppable”=””>Thai chilies add just the right kick without overpowering the sauce. <li “=”” =””=”” dir=”ltr” style=”” tve-droppable”=””>Great for parties, game day, or an easy weeknight dinner. <li “=”” =””=”” dir=”ltr” style=”” tve-droppable”=””>Ready in about 35 minutes from start to finish.

Pro Tip

For the crispiest wings, don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if needed so the hot air can circulate evenly around every wing.