Savor the deliciousness of Green Mountain Grill smoked wings! Follow our step-by-step recipe for succulent, finger-licking good smoked wings at home.
Course Main Course
Prep Time 15 minutesmins
Cook Time 2 hourshrs30 minutesmins
Servings 4
Ingredients
For the Wings:
2poundschicken wings
2tablespoonsolive oil
2tablespoonspaprika
1tablespoongarlic powder
1tablespoononion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Honey Sriracha Sauce:
½cuphoney
¼cupSriracha sauce
2tablespoonssoy sauce
2tablespoonsrice vinegar
1tablespoonminced garlic
1teaspoongrated ginger
For Serving:
Celery sticks
Carrot strips
Blue cheese dressing or ranch
Instructions
Prep Like a Pro
Pat Dry and Season: Begin by patting the chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the wings generously with this flavorful rub. Let them sit for about 15 minutes to absorb those delicious flavors.
Fire Up the Grill
Preheat the Grill: Fire up your Green Mountain Grill and set it to a smoking temperature of 225°F. The slow and steady heat is the secret to perfect smoked wings.
Arrange on Grates: Arrange the seasoned wings on the grill grates, making sure to leave space between them. Close the lid and let the magic of the smoker do its thing.
Smoke 'Em Low and Slow
Bask in the Smoke: Let the wings smoke at 225°F for 2 hours. This slow cooking process allows the wings to absorb that smoky goodness.
Crispify that Skin
Crank Up the Heat: After the smoking phase, crank up the heat to 400°F. This sudden temperature shift will crispify the skin, giving you that delightful crunch.
Flip and Sizzle: Using your tongs, flip the wings occasionally to ensure an even crispiness. This phase should take about 30 minutes. Keep an eye on them; golden perfection is just around the corner.
Sauce 'Em Up
Mix the Sauce: While the wings are crisping, mix together honey, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a saucepan. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Coat with Flavor: Once the wings are done crisping, use a basting brush to generously coat them with the Honey Sriracha sauce. This step is where the flavor party really kicks in.
Serve with a Side of Awesomeness
Plate and Garnish: Plate up those wings alongside celery sticks, carrot strips, and a bowl of your preferred dipping sauce—blue cheese or ranch, you decide. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped green onions if you're feeling fancy.
Cheers to Wing Nirvana: Grab your favorite beverage, gather your friends, and toast to wing nirvana. These homemade, from-scratch wings are the real deal.