Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Wings Recipe

Inspired by Top Hat
Time1h 20m
Serves4

chicken wings, sticky pineapple habanero sauce, cilantro lime crema

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Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

Sticky Pineapple Habanero Sauce

Cilantro Lime Crema

Method

Preparing Chicken Wings

  1. 1

    Season the Wings

    In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with salt, black pepper, and olive oil until well coated.

  2. 2

    Bake the Wings

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and cooked through.

Making the Sticky Pineapple Habanero Sauce

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine pineapple juice, chopped habanero peppers, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

  2. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Preparing Cilantro Lime Crema

  1. 5

    Mix the Crema

    In a small bowl, combine sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and garlic powder. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Coat the Wings

    Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and toss them in the sticky pineapple habanero sauce until evenly coated.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Serve the sticky chicken wings with a side of cilantro lime crema for dipping.

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