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

If you're a fan of hot wings, then you're going to love this recipe for smoked chicken hot wings. These wings are bursting with flavor and have a smoky, spicy kick that will leave you craving more. Whether you're hosting a party, watching the game, or just looking for a delicious dinner idea, these smoked chicken hot wings are sure to be a hit.

What sets these wings apart from traditional hot wings is the method of cooking. Instead of frying the wings, we'll be smoking them, which giv...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 ½ pounds chicken wings
  • ⅔ cup hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 ½ tablespoons white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pinch salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Heat a smoker to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C) according to the manufacturer's directions.
  • To make the dry rub: Mix 1 tablespoon salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning in a small bowl; sprinkle over chicken wings.
  • Place chicken wings, unstacked, onto wire racks. Place the racks into the smoker. Add wood chips according to the manufacturer's directions; smoke chicken wings in the preheated smoker for 1 hour.
  • To make the sauce: Combine hot pepper sauce, butter, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring often, until butter is melted and sauce is smooth; set aside.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Transfer smoked wings to a large bowl; stir in 1/2 of the sauce until wings are evenly coated.
  • Cook wings on the preheated grill until skin is browned and crispy, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a large bowl and stir in remaining sauce until wings are well coated.
  • Nutrition

    209 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 1435mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 109mg