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Smoked Hot Honey Chicken Wings

Smoked Hot Honey Chicken Wings for Epic Game Day Flavor

These Smoked Hot Honey Chicken Wings are a perfect harmony of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors, ideal for game day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 lbs Chicken Wings Choose a mix of drums and flats for variety.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Helps your seasoning stick and enhances crispiness.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Tony Chachere’s Bold Creole Seasoning Adds a kick that complements the sweet and spicy notes.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Infuses depth to each bite.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Delivers an irresistible smoky flavor.
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder Brings savory richness.
  • 2 tsp Dried Oregano Adds herbal touch.
For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • ½ cup Honey Primary sweetener for sticky glaze.
  • 2 tbsp Hot Sauce Infuses heat; swap for your favorite variety.
  • 1 tbsp Butter Enhances richness in the sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Adds tangy balance.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for extra heat.

Equipment

  • smoker
  • Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • meat thermometer
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the wings with olive oil, Tony Chachere’s seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and oregano until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat your smoker to 225°F, using wood chips like hickory, apple, or cherry.
  4. Place the seasoned wings on the grill grates and smoke for about 60-75 minutes until internal temperature reaches 155°F.
  5. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in honey, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thick.
  6. Raise the smoker's temperature to 375°F and cook wings for another 15-20 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 175-185°F.
  7. Transfer wings to a bowl and pour hot honey sauce over them, tossing gently to coat.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy, garnished with chopped parsley or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These wings are best served fresh for optimal crispiness.

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