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Ingredients
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Chicken Wings
Buffalo Sauce
Dry Rub (optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the wings
Preheat your smoker to 250°F (120°C). Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the wings
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Add the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
- 3
Make the dry rub (if using)
In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar. Rub this mixture over the wings if you choose to use the dry rub.
Smoking the Wings
- 4
Smoke the wings
Place the chicken wings on the smoker rack. Smoke the wings for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Buffalo Sauce Preparation
- 5
Make the buffalo sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in the hot sauce, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes.
Serving
- 6
Toss the wings
Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss until they are well coated. If using the dry rub, you can serve it on the side.
- 7
Serve
Serve the wings hot with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing on the side.