Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMac's Speed ShopHickory Smoked Wings Recipe

Hickory Smoked Wings Recipe

Inspired by Mac's Speed Shop
Time3h
Serves4

Slow-Smoked, then grilled - served with Blue Cheese or Ranch, celery and carrots Toss in your favorite sauce: NC WHITE BBQ, Western NC BBQ, Carolina BBQ, SC Mustard, VTX Chipotle, Honey BBQ, Dry Rub, Burn Out, Buffalo

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Ingredients

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Wings and Marinade

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Marinate the Wings

    In a large bowl, combine chicken wings, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss until wings are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Smoker

    Soak hickory wood chips in water for 30 minutes. Preheat the smoker to 225°F (107°C) and place the soaked wood chips in the smoker box.

  3. 3

    Smoke the Wings

    Place the marinated wings on the smoker rack. Smoke for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and develop a rich smoky flavor.

  4. 4

    Grill the Wings

    Preheat a grill over medium-high heat. Transfer the smoked wings to the grill and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, turning occasionally until crispy and slightly charred.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove wings from the grill and serve hot with your favorite sauce (such as NC White BBQ, Carolina BBQ, or Buffalo), alongside blue cheese or ranch dressing, celery, and carrots.

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