Smoked Chicken Wings
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Additional Time
5 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
587 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Smoked Chicken Wings
Description
This recipe starts by blending kosher salt, ground black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder into a seasoning mix. Chicken wings are dried and then thoroughly coated with this rub. Using indirect heat on a grill preheated to 450°F, the wings cook for about 30 minutes, turning occasionally to develop a crisp, evenly browned skin while absorbing smoke flavor.
Once cooked through, the wings are brushed with BBQ sauce and returned to the grill for a short time to caramelize the sauce. Resting the wings after cooking lets juices redistribute, enhancing their tenderness. The layering of dry seasoning, smoking, and saucing creates a balance of smoky, savory, and tangy notes with a crispy texture.
Smoked Chicken Wings are ideal as a finger food for gatherings or as part of a casual meal. Serve them with extra BBQ sauce on the side for dipping.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt coarse
- 2 teaspoons black pepper ground
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 28 chicken wings , both flats and drumettes
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- cooking oil for greasing the grates
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder. Set aside.
- In a larger bowl, blot the chicken wings with a paper towel (fastest method). Alternately you can place them in the fridge to dry out for 3-4 hours.
- Sprinkle half of the seasoning over the large bowl of dry chicken wings. Toss and sprinkle the remaining blend over them. Toss again. Set aside while you get the grill prepared.
- Build a fire for indirect cooking by situating the coals on only one side of the grill/smoker, leaving the other side void. Preheat the grill to 450°F and liberally grease the grates.
- Place the wings on the grill over indirect heat and close the lid. Cook for approximately 30 minutes or until brown and crispy, turning 2-3 times to evenly brown.
- Coat the wings liberally with BBQ Sauce and cook an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize.
- Remove the wings from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes. Serve with extra sauce for dipping, if desired.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 587 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 587kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 41g | 82% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 172mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 1429mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 476mg | 10% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 600IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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