Smoked Chicken Wings
Smoked Chicken Wings deliver an unforgettable taste experience, combining a smoky flavor with a crispy texture that’s perfect for any gathering. These wings are seasoned to perfection and slow-cooked until tender, making them an irresistible appetizer or main course. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy winter nights, they’ll leave your guests clamoring for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chicken wings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp sweet paprika
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Your favorite BBQ sauce (for glazing)
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker or grill to 250°F (120°C).
- In a large bowl, coat the chicken wings with olive oil. Add sweet and smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Place the seasoned wings on the grill grates and smoke for about 1.5 hours.
- During the last 10 minutes of cooking, brush the wings generously with BBQ sauce.
- Check for doneness; wings should reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 chicken wings (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg