Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken wings split
- 1 tbsp baking powder (for crisp skin)
- 2 tbsp BBQ rub
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the pellet grill to 250°F.
- Pat wings dry and toss with baking powder and BBQ rub until evenly coated.
- Smoke the wings for about 45 minutes until the skin sets.
- Raise the heat to 425°F and cook until crisp and the internal temperature hits 175°F, about 20 minutes, flipping once.
- Whisk honey, hot sauce, butter, soy sauce, and garlic powder into a glaze.
- Toss the hot wings in the glaze and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Bring the Smoke Home
Wings are the gateway snack that gets guests hooked on your grill. They earn their spot in the top 10 pellet grill
recipes because they deliver huge flavor with minimal hands-on work.
Why Smoked Wings Make the Top 10 Pellet Grill Recipes
● Baking powder magic: a light dusting crisps the skin like it was deep-fried.
● Smoke then sear: the two-stage cook gives smoke flavor and crunch.
● Glaze at the end: adding sauce late prevents burning while caramelizing.
Secrets to Crispy Wings
● Dry thoroughly: surface moisture is the enemy of crisp skin.
● Do not crowd: leave space so heat circulates.
● Sauce off-heat: toss in a bowl for even coating.
FAQ
Fresh or frozen wings?
Either works – just thaw frozen wings completely and pat them very dry before seasoning.
Can I skip the high-heat sear?
The hot finish is what crisps the skin, so it is best not to skip it.
Serve It With
Serve with a batch of Grilled Avocados for the table, or pair with a crunchy Chinese BBQ Chicken Chop Salad.
