How to Make Hickory-Smoked Chicken Wings - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the smoky, savory flavor of hickory-smoked chicken wings. Whether you're cooking up a feast for a game day gathering or simply looking for a delicious appetizer to enjoy with friends and family, these wings are sure to be a hit. And the best part? You don't need a fancy smoker to achieve that irresistible hickory flavor – these wings can be made right on your trusty charcoal or gas grill.

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Ingredients

  • 4 pounds frozen chicken wings
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • hickory wood chips, soaked
  • 1 (18 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; place frozen chicken wings on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, mix paprika, chili powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Coat baked chicken wings with spice mixture. Place wings, unstacked, onto wire racks; place racks into the smoker with the hickory wood chips. Add wood chips according to the manufacturer's directions. Smoke until wings are no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Transfer smoked wings to a large bowl and toss with barbecue sauce.
  • Nutrition

    321 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 53mg
    • Sodium: 1044mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 321mg