Sure, here’s a simple recipe for smoked chicken wings:
Ingredients:
- 2-3 pounds of chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Your favorite barbecue sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken wings: Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Trim any excess skin or fat if desired.
- Season the wings: In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat the smoker: Preheat your smoker to 225Β°F (110Β°C). Use your choice of wood chips or chunks for smoking; hickory, apple, or cherry wood work well with chicken.
- Smoke the wings: Once the smoker is preheated, place the seasoned chicken wings directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and smoke the wings for about 2-2.5 hours, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165Β°F (74Β°C). Be sure to flip the wings halfway through the cooking time for even smoking.
- Optional finishing: If desired, you can brush the smoked wings with your favorite barbecue sauce during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to add extra flavor and caramelization.
- Serve: Once the wings are done, remove them from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. You can serve them as is or with additional barbecue sauce on the side for dipping.
Enjoy your delicious smoked chicken wings!
