1 c. soy sauce
1 c. pineapple juice
1 clove garlic, pressed
2 tbsp. minced onion
1 tsp. ground ginger
1/4 c. brown sugar
1 (7 oz.) can beer
1/4 c. butter or oil
2 pkg. drumettes (chicken wings, the part that looks like little drumsticks)

Combine first 8 ingredients and stir until dissolved. Pour over chicken and marinate overnight or at least 8 hours. Be sure to cover all pieces. Drain and save marinade.

In a large skillet, pour a small amount of oil and brown chicken on all sides over medium heat. When brown, add 1/2 cup marinade; cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes. Stir and add more marinade, if necessary. This may be cooked a day ahead and then reheated in oven before serving. Add marinade to moisten before heating. Serve hot on chafing dish. Serves 8 to 10.