Elevate your game day or weeknight dinner with these mouthwatering smoked chicken wings. This recipe delivers crispy, smoky, and flavorful wings that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients:
- Chicken Wings: 2.5 pounds, separated into drumettes and wings
- Dry Rub:
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Wood Chips: Hickory or applewood, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- Cooking Oil: For spraying or brushing
Instructions:
- Prepare the Wings:
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.
- Combine the dry rub ingredients in a bowl.
- Toss the wings in the dry rub, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Prepare the Smoker:
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- Add the soaked wood chips to the smoker box.
- Smoke the Wings:
- Place the wings on the smoker grates, leaving some space between them for even smoke exposure.
- Smoke for 1.5-2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Every 30 minutes, baste the wings with your favorite barbecue sauce or simply with melted butter.
- Crisp the Wings:
- Once the wings reach the desired temperature, increase the smoker temperature to 350°F (177°C).
- Smoke for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the skin is crispy.
- Serve:
- Remove the wings from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, such as barbecue sauce, blue cheese dressing, or hot sauce.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, marinate the wings in your favorite barbecue sauce overnight before smoking.
- Experiment with different wood chips to create unique flavor profiles.
- If you don’t have a smoker, you can use a grill with a smoker box or a grill pan on your stovetop.
- For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the dry rub.
Enjoy your delicious, smoky chicken wings!