10 Steps to Make Three-Flavored Smoked Chicken Wings

Are you ready for the best chicken wings you’ve ever eaten? If you’re looking for a delicious, easy meal that will impress your friends and family, look no further than these smoked chicken wings. You can enjoy it in three different flavors! Perfect, isn’t it?

Why do we like this recipe?

• The recipe is easy and quick to prepare.
• You can make three flavors at the same time without hassle!
• Chicken wings can always go with different flavor profiles, whether you want it spicy, sweet, or sour.
• It is cheap.
• It will only take you less prep time.
• The recipe is mouthwatering and delicious.
• It is full of tenderness and flavors.
• Crispy skin with juicy meat.
• You can cook it in the oven, deep fryer, and grill.
• It is a great recipe for parties, gatherings, or just a simple dinner and snack.

What will you need?

Ingredients:

• Chicken wings
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder
• Butter
• Frank’s red hot buffalo
• Le Roy Lewis Heat Week Barbecue sauce
• Maple syrup
• Sriracha
• Soy sauce
• Rice vinegar

Equipment Needed:

• Smoker/grill
• Mild wood
• Bowl
• Basting brush
• Thermometer

How to make smoke chicken wings recipe?

Step 1: Prep the chicken wings

If you bought cut chicken wings, then you’re good to go. However, you may need some arm work if you have a whole chicken. Cut through the joint that connects the wing to the body. You can also cut through the breast to have big chicken wings cut.

 

Step 2: Dry brine the chicken wings

Dry brine your chicken wings will make the skin dry, giving it crisp when you put them in the smoker/grill. Season the wings with salt and let them sit for at least one hour. But if you have time, you can leave it uncovered in the refrigerator overnight.

 

Step 3: Pre-heat the smoker

While waiting for the chicken, you can start firing your smoker or grill to prep it. The ideal temperature is at least 300 degrees Fahrenheit or 325 degrees Fahrenheit max.

 

Step 4: Season your chicken wings

After you dry brine your chicken wings, season them with salt and black pepper. You can always use whatever seasonings work for you. But for this recipe, we want to keep it simple.

 

Step 5: Add the chicken wings to the grill

As the temperature of your grill reaches 300 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s time to add the chicken wings to the grill. You want to cook those chicken wings hot and fast, and it is best to put them skin side up to achieve crispy top skin.

 

Step 6: Sprinkle some garlic powder and black pepper

Once you have arranged the chicken wings on your grill, coat some garlic powder to cook the chicken fat, it will give the chicken wings golden color. And sprinkle black pepper for the finishing touches and adds more flavor.

 

Step 7: Cook chicken wings for 30 to 45 minutes

Cook the chicken wings on your grill for 30 to 45 minutes at 300 degrees Fahrenheit. You want to aim for really clean, convected heat to achieve crispy, tender, juicy wings.

 

Step 8: Baste the wings with melted butter

Once the chicken wings turn golden brown, it’s time to add more flavor! Baste the chicken with melted butter. The butter will add more flavor and juiciness to the chicken wings. And let it cook for about 5 mins to cook the butter and crisp the wings a little bit more.

 

Step 9: Making the sauces

Check the chicken wings using a meat thermometer. When it reaches 200 degrees Fahrenheit, it is ready for the sauces!

Add the three sauces to coat your smoked chicken wings in three separate bowls. Pour the Le Roy Lewis Heat Week Barbecue sauce into one bowl, then the buffalo sauce into another bowl, and the maple sriracha sauce into the last bowl.

 

Step 10: Serve!

You may now serve and savor the smoked chicken wings with three different flavors after all the quick cooking!

Tips and Tricks

• If you are not a fan of wing tips, you can cut the wing tips of the chicken and use them for making broth and stock.
• You also use paprika to season your chicken wings. It will add a reddish tint to your chicken wings.
• Grilling the chicken wings in high heat will help the chicken to be crispy, tender, and juicy.
• You can always customize your seasoning depending on your flavor preferences.
• It is important to maintain the heat and not overcook the chicken wings.
• Using mild wood with chicken wings will not overpower the flavor of your smoked chicken wings.

Common FAQs

1. How long should I smoke my wings?

That will depend on the temperature of your grill or smoker. For this recipe, you can smoke your chicken wings for approximately 45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 200 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Why are my Smoked Wings rubbery?

The most common problem of smoked chicken wings is turning put rubbery! And the most common reason for this is you are cooking your chicken wings at a low temperature.

Chicken wings do not have connective tissues, just like other meat, that need slow, low heat to break them down. It is best to cook the chicken wings at a minimum temperature of 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

3. What temperature do you smoke wings?

The ideal temperature to smoke wings is 425 degrees Fahrenheit. But 300 degrees Fahrenheit will also work, and it will still have the crispiness and tenderness of the chicken wings.

4. What’s the best wood to smoke chicken?

When smoking chicken, you don’t want to overpower the chicken’s natural flavor with your wood. The best wood to use in smoking chicken is mild wood varieties.

Examples of these wood varieties are maple, pecan, peach, cherry, alder, and apple. Without using wood, your chicken wings will have a fiery taste.

5. Should you flip chicken wings when smoking?

You don’t have to flip your chicken wings when smoking. The wings will be cooked fairly because you will not leave the lid of the smoker open.

For a deeper dive into the Smoked Chicken Breast Recipe, check out ‘20 Best Smoked Chicken Breast Recipes‘.

Summary

So there you have it! A simple, tasty smoked chicken wings recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. These smoked chicken wings are a delicious addition to any menu, and they’re sure to be a hit with your guests with all three different flavors. They will surely satisfy everyone’s taste buds!