Maui Fried Chicken Wings Recipe

Experience the taste of paradise with these Maui Fried Chicken Wings! Sam Choy's Island Flavors inspired this recipe, featuring a crunchy macadamia nut crust that locks in juicy chicken. The rich, nutty flavor is irresistible, and this crust works wonders on fish too! Get ready for a flavor explosion in just 30 minutes.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 1165.1 kcal
Protein 121g
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Ingredients for Maui Fried Chicken Wings

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How to Make Maui Fried Chicken Wings

  1. **Marinate:** In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon ginger (minced), 1 clove garlic (minced), and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper. Add chicken wings and marinate for at least 1 hour, turning occasionally. Drain well before proceeding.
  2. **Prepare the Crust:** In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup macadamia nuts (finely chopped), 1 cup panko bread crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. **Bread the Wings:** Place 1/2 cup all-purpose flour in a shallow dish. Beat 2 large eggs in another shallow dish. Dredge each chicken wing in the flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the macadamia nut mixture. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  4. **Fry the Wings:** Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Carefully place chicken wings in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through, turning once. Add more oil if necessary.
  5. **Garnish and Serve:** Remove chicken wings from skillet and drain on paper towels. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your taste of Maui!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

103 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

100g

Carbs

13g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Maui Fried Chicken Wings?

Maui Fried Chicken Wings takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Maui Fried Chicken Wings?

Maui Fried Chicken Wings has approximately 1165.1 calories per serving, with about 121 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 131 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Maui Fried Chicken Wings?

The key ingredients for Maui Fried Chicken Wings are Chicken Wings, Macadamia Nuts, Fine Dry Breadcrumb, All Purpose Flour, Eggs, Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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