Smoked Wings Recipe
Make Smoked Wings Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Dry Rub
Sauce (Optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Chicken Wings
Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a large bowl.
- 2
Coat with Olive Oil
Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken wings and toss them until they are evenly coated.
- 3
Mix the Dry Rub
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 4
Season the Wings
Sprinkle the dry rub mixture over the wings and toss until they are well coated.
Smoking
- 5
Prepare the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add your choice of wood chips (such as hickory or apple) for flavor.
- 6
Smoke the Wings
Place the seasoned chicken wings on the smoker racks, making sure they are not overcrowded. Smoke for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Optional Sauce Preparation
- 7
Make the Buffalo Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the buffalo sauce and honey until well combined. Remove from heat.
- 8
Toss Wings in Sauce
Once the wings are done smoking, place them in a large bowl and drizzle the buffalo sauce over them. Toss until they are evenly coated.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Wings
Transfer the smoked wings to a serving platter and enjoy them hot, either plain or with your favorite dipping sauce.