Smoky Mountain BBQ Chicken Wings – A Copycat Recipe
This copycat recipe for Smoky Mountain BBQ Chicken Wings is a nostalgic blend of flavors that captures the essence of a famous restaurant dish and brings it straight into your kitchen. With a balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy, these wings are perfect for game day or any gathering.
Allergens
Wheat (from BBQ sauce)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings, tips removed and wings separated
- 1 cup smoky BBQ sauce (store
- bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsm onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the smoky BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt to create the Smoky Mountain BBQ sauce. Set aside.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium high heat. Season chicken wings with salt and pepper, then add them to the grill in a single layer. Grill for 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- Transfer the grilled chicken wings back to the large bowl, and pour the Smoky Mountain BBQ sauce over them. Toss the wings in the sauce until they're evenly coated. Return them to the grill for an additional 5 minutes, basting frequently with any remaining sauce.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Chef’s Insight
The key to perfect grilled chicken wings is to cook them evenly over medium-high heat, which prevents burning while ensuring they get nice grill marks.
Notes
Adjust the spice level to your preference by adding more or less chili powder and black pepper.