Smoky Chipotle BBQ Chicken Wings

Allergens

Dairy (butter), Gluten (BBQ sauce may contain gluten; use a gluten-free option if necessary)

Ingredients

• 1. 24 chicken wings, divided at the joints 2. Salt and pepper, to taste 3. 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 4. 1/3 cup Chipotle in Adobo sauce 5. 1/3 cup BBQ sauce 6. 1/3 cup brown sugar 7. 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 8. 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 9. 1 tablespoon paprika 10. 1 tablespoon garlic powder 11. 1 teaspoon onion powder 12. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 13. 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill to medium high heat, about 400°F.
2. Season the wings with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Grill wings for 25 minutes, turning every 5 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly charred.
4. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add Chipotle in Adobo sauce, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir until well combined.
5. Toss cooked wings in the sauce until evenly coated.
6. Return wings to grill and cook for an additional 3 4 minutes or until the sauce is slightly set. Serve hot.

Chef’s Insight

For an added smoky flavor, use hickory wood chips when grilling the wings.

Notes

Serve with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.