Tailgating is more than just a pre-game ritual—it's a celebration of camaraderie, flavor, and the thrill of the game. Central to this tradition are the iconic duo of grilled chicken wings and jalapeño poppers, offering a harmonious blend of smoky heat and creamy indulgence that keeps fans coming back for more.
Grilled Chicken Wings and Jalapeño Poppers
Tom Jackson
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Category
Appetizer
Cuisine
American
Servings
4
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Calories
592
Whether you're setting up outside the stadium or hosting a backyard viewing party, these grilled favorites are sure to elevate your game day experience. With straightforward preparation and crowd-pleasing flavors, they're the MVPs of any tailgate spread.
Ingredients
- 24 chicken wings
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1 cup Sweetwater Spice Smoked Habanero Barbecue Bath
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Cattleman’s Grill 8 Second Ride Seasoning
- Jalapeños, cored/seeds removed
- Cream Cheese
- Shredded Colby-Jack
- Sausage, browned and crumbled
- Smoked bacon
Grilled Chicken Wings
Jalapeño Poppers
Directions
Grilled Chicken Wings
- Prep the Wings: Trim the tips and separate the wings at the joint.
- Marinate: Soak the wings in the barbecue bath for 2 hours.
Season: Remove from the bath and apply the seasoning evenly. Dry with paper towels after the bath for crispier skin.
- Grill: Preheat your grill to 300-325°F. Oil the grates and place the wings over direct heat. Grill for approximately 7 minutes per side.
- Finish: Move the wings to indirect heat and cook until the internal temperature reaches 180°F.
Jalapeño Poppers
- Prepare Filling: Mix equal parts cream cheese, Colby-Jack, and sausage until thoroughly combined.
- Stuff Peppers: Fill each jalapeño with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap: Encase each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon.
- Grill: Place the jalapeños in a chili grilling rack and cook over indirect heat until the bacon is cooked through and the jalapeños have developed color.

Nutrition
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 4 oz
- per serving
- Calories
- 592
- Carbs
- 0 grams
- Protein
- 55 grams
- Fat
- 40 grams
- Sodium
- 188 milligrams