Smoky Mountain Firecracker Chicken Wings

Smoky Mountain Firecracker Chicken Wings

Find the best Smoky Mountain Firecracker Chicken Wings recipe with a Southern twist that brings the energy of a tailgate party to your backyard.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 30 minutes Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Southern, Grill

Allergens

Dairy (Butter)

Ingredients

  • 1. 24 large chicken wings, tips removed 2. 1/2 cup all
  • purpose flour 3. 1/2 tsp paprika 4. Salt and pepper to taste 5. 3 tbsp unsalted butter 6. 1/4 cup hot sauce 7. 2 cloves garlic, minced 8. 1 tbsp brown sugar 9. 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 10. 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 11. 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 12. 1/4 cup blue cheese dressing, for serving 13. Celery sticks, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium high heat. In a large bowl, combine flour, paprika, salt, and pepper toss chicken wings in the mixture to coat evenly. Shake off excess flour.
  2. Place the coated wings on the preheated grill, close the lid, and cook for 20 minutes, turning occasionally to avoid sticking.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add hot sauce, garlic, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika stir until well combined. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Brush the simmered sauce generously onto the grilled wings and cook for an additional 8 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
  5. Remove from the grill and serve immediately with blue cheese dressing and celery sticks on the side.

Chef’s Insight

To enhance the smoky flavor, soak wood chips in water for 30 minutes before using them on the grill.

Notes

Serve with a refreshing beer or iced tea for the ultimate Southern Grill experience.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the famous southern street food known as "Firecracker Chicken Wings," named for their fiery heat and explosive flavor.