Looking for the best grilled chicken wings recipe that delivers crispy skin, juicy meat, and bold flavor every time? These easy grilled chicken wings are seasoned with a smoky BBQ rub, cooked to perfection on a pellet grill, and tossed in a buttery buffalo sauce for the ultimate game day or backyard barbecue snack. Whether you're a grill master or a beginner, this step-by-step guide will show you how to make chicken wings on the grill that rival your favorite wing joint—right at home.
Best Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe: Crispy, Juicy & Full of Flavor
Tom Jackson
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Category
Appetizer
Cuisine
American
Servings
4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Calories
420
If you're looking for the ultimate grilled chicken wings recipe that's easy, delicious, and guaranteed to please a crowd, you've found it. These wings are seasoned to perfection, grilled over hardwood for unbeatable flavor, and finished with a buttery hot sauce that brings the heat. Whether it's game day, a backyard barbecue, or a casual dinner, these wings are the star of the show.
Why This Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe Works
- Bold Flavor: A combination of savory and spicy elements from the seasoning and sauce.
- Crispy Skin: High-heat grilling crisps the skin while keeping the meat juicy.
- Quick and Easy: Simple prep and short cook time mean more time to enjoy.
Ingredients
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2 lbs chicken wings (whole or separated into drums and flats)
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2 tbsp yellow mustard
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6 tbsp Meat Church Holy Voodoo Rub (or your favorite BBQ rub)
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2 tsp Noble Saltworks Hickory Smoked Finishing Salt
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½ cup butter
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2 tbsp Kosmo’s Q Wing Dust (Buffalo Hot or your preferred flavor)
For the Chicken Wings
For the Wing Sauce
Directions
Prep instructions
- Dry and Trim: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Trim any excess skin or fat.
- Coat with Mustard: In a large bowl, toss wings in yellow mustard to help the rub stick.
- Season Generously: Sprinkle with BBQ rub until evenly coated.
How to Grill Chicken Wings
- Preheat Your Grill: Set your grill to 450°F with indirect heat. For best results, use a pellet grill like the Yoder Smokers YS640s for consistent temperature and smoky flavor.
- Grill Indirectly: Place wings on the indirect side of the grill. Close the lid and cook for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Check Internal Temperature: Wings are done when they reach an internal temp of 175°F–185°F and the skin is crispy.
How to Make the Buffalo Wing Sauce
- Melt Butter: In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
Add Salt, Hot Sauce and Wing Dust: Stir in hot sauce and wing dust until fully combined.
- Toss to Coat: Transfer grilled wings to a large bowl, pour sauce over them, and toss until fully coated.
Recipe Note
Tips for Perfect Grilled Wings
- Use a Meat Thermometer: Ensures wings are cooked safely and remain juicy.
- Finish Over Direct Heat (Optional): For extra crispiness, sear wings over direct heat for 1–2 minutes per side.
- Try Different Rubs and Sauces: Make it your own by experimenting with flavors like honey garlic, chipotle, or lemon pepper.
Nutrition
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 8 oz
- per serving
- Calories
- 420
- Carbs
- 3 grams
- Protein
- 28 grams
- Fat
- 30 grams
- Saturated Fat
- 12 grams
- Sodium
- 1200 milligrams
- Cholesterol
- 125 milligrams
