Acai Berry Glazed Chicken Wings

I’ve been having fun in the kitchen, and this time, I made something really special: Acai Berry Glazed Chicken Wings!

Wings are great for almost any fun get-together, like weekend parties or just watching movies at home.

They’re easy to share, fun to eat, and you can try out lots of different flavors. And that’s exactly what I did!

These aren’t just any wings. The acai berry glaze makes them sweet and tangy, which tastes amazing. It’s a really great mix!

Recipe Overview

These Acai Berry Glazed Chicken Wings are a fun change from regular wings. The special part is the glaze.

The glaze makes the wings sticky, sweet, and a little bit tart. This goes really well with the chicken’s savory taste.

We’re baking these wings, so it’s less messy than frying them. But, they still get nice and crispy. These wings are great as a snack when you have friends over, or even for a fun dinner.

You can eat these wings with some celery and carrot sticks. If you want, you can also have some ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

Acai Berry Glazed Chicken Wings Ingredients

Here’s what you need to get to make these yummy wings:

• 2 pounds of chicken wings. Make sure to cut them into the flat parts and the drumette parts.
• 1 cup of acai berry juice. It should be 100% juice with no sugar added.
• 1/4 cup of honey.
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce. If you don’t want soy, you can use coconut aminos instead.
• 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
• 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder.
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger.
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
• A little bit of salt.
• 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
• 2 Tablespoons of Water

You can usually find acai berry juice in the healthy food part of the grocery store. Or, you can go to a special health food store. If you can’t find it at all, pomegranate juice can work. But, the taste will be a little different.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Let’s start cooking! Here’s how to make these wings, one step at a time:

1. Get the Wings Ready: First, dry your chicken wings with paper towels. This helps them get crispy. If your wings are whole, cut them at the joints into the flat parts and the drumette parts.
2. Make the Glaze: In a pot, mix the acai berry juice, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt. Stir it all together really well. In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until you make it a slurry.
3. Heat the Glaze: Heat the glaze mix in the pot on medium heat. Keep stirring so it doesn’t burn. When it starts to bubble a little, turn the heat down. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry, stir for 2-3 minutes until it gets thicker. Take it off the heat. It should be thick enough to stick to the back of a spoon.
4. Turn on the Oven: Turn your oven on to 400°F (200°C). Put parchment paper on a baking sheet. This makes cleaning up easier!
5. Put Wings on Baking Sheet: Place the wings on the baking sheet. Make sure they’re not too close together. If you need to, use two baking sheets.
6. Bake the First Time: Bake the wings for 30 minutes.
7. Put on the Glaze: After 30 minutes, take the wings out. Use a brush to cover them with the acai berry glaze. Make sure they’re all coated.
8. Bake Again: Put the wings back in the oven and bake for 15-20 more minutes. They’re done when they’re fully cooked and the glaze is sticky. The chicken should be 165°F (74°C) inside.
9. Serve the Wings: Take the wings out of the oven and let them cool a bit. If you want, you can add some sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top.

Variations & Tips

• Make it Spicy: If you want some spice, add a little bit of cayenne pepper or some hot sauce to the glaze.
• Make it Early: You can make the glaze a day or two before and keep it in the fridge. You can also bake the wings early, then add the glaze and finish them in the oven before your friends show up.
• Storing Leftovers: If you have leftover wings, put them in a sealed container in the fridge. They’ll be good for up to 3 days.
• Warming them Up: To reheat the wings, it’s best to use the oven or an air fryer. This keeps them crispy. Heat them at 350°F (175°C) until they’re warm.
• What to Eat with Them: Besides celery and carrots, these wings taste great with a fresh salad or some rice.

Key Details of Acai Berry Glazed Chicken Wings

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 45-50 minutes
• Total time: 1 hour – 1 hour 5 minutes
• Servings: 4-6
• Things you’ll need: Baking sheet, parchment paper, saucepan, whisk, mixing bowl

FAQ

• Can I use frozen wings?

  Yes! But make sure they’re not frozen anymore before you start. You might need to dry them really well.

• Can I grill the wings?

  Yes, you can! Grilling will give them a smoky taste. Watch them closely so they don’t burn. Make sure they’re 165°F (74°C) inside.

• Can I make the glaze less sweet?

  Yes, if you want it less sweet, use only 2 tablespoons of honey, or however much you like.

• What if I don’t have acai berry juice?

  If you can’t find it, you can use pomegranate juice. But remember, the taste will be a little different.

• How do I know when the wings are done?

  The best way is to use a meat thermometer. The chicken should be 165°F (74°C) inside. Also, the juice should be clear when you poke the chicken with a fork.

• Is there a way to get the wings extra crispy?

  Yes there is. After the final bake, you can turn on the broiler in your oven. Leave the wings in there for a couple minutes. But be careful, and make sure they don’t burn.

Acai Berry Glazed Chicken Wings

Acai Berry Glazed Chicken Wings are a fun change from regular wings. The special part is the glaze that makes the wings sticky, sweet, and a little bit tart, which goes really well with the chicken's savory taste. Baked to crispy perfection, they are great as a snack or a fun dinner.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Main Dish

Servings 4 servings

Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 pounds of chicken wings cut into flat parts and drumette parts
• 1 cup of acai berry juice 100% juice, no sugar added
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons of water

Instructions

 

• Dry chicken wings with paper towels. If whole, cut them at the joints into flat parts and drumette parts.
• In a pot, mix acai berry juice, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt. Stir well. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
• Heat glaze mix in the pot on medium heat, stirring constantly. When it bubbles, reduce heat. Slowly add cornstarch slurry, stirring for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Place wings on the baking sheet, not overcrowding. Use two sheets if needed.
• Bake wings for 30 minutes.
• Remove wings and brush with acai berry glaze, ensuring they are fully coated.
• Return wings to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, until cooked through and glaze is sticky. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
• Remove wings from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.