Craveworthy Smoky BBQ Chicken Wings
Craveworthy Smoky BBQ Chicken Wings - A copycat recipe inspired by a famous restaurant's secret BBQ chicken wing recipe. Grill these tender, juicy wings for a delicious game-day snack or weeknight dinner.
Allergens
Contains gluten, soy, and wheat
Ingredients
- 12 whole chicken wings 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand) 1/2 cup smoky barbecue rub 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp onion powder Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the smoky barbecue rub, brown sugar, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper together. This will be your spice blend.
- Preheat your grill to medium high heat (350°F).
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels, then season them evenly with half of the spice blend, rubbing it into the skin and meat.
- Grill the wings for 20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the BBQ sauce until slightly thickened. Brush the wings with the BBQ sauce, then flip and repeat on the other side. Continue grilling for another 10 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Chef’s Insight
The key to perfect BBQ chicken wings is letting them cook slowly and consistently so that they become tender and succulent inside while developing a crisp, smoky exterior.
Notes
Serve these wings with a side of blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for a classic pairing.