How to make this Chicken Wing Rub Recipe for Smoking
Chicken Wing Rub Recipe for Smoking
Smoking chicken wings is a flavorful and rewarding process. Here’s a simple guide to achieve those crispy, smoky wings.
Equipment
- 1 Smoker I use a Pit Boss Pellet Smoker
Ingredients
Brown Sugar and Paprika Rub (8 wing)
- 1 Tbsp Brown sugar packed
- 1/2 Tbsp Baking powder
- 1 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 Tsp Paprika
- 1/4 Tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Black Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Dried Oregano
Lemon Pepper Rub (8 wings)
- 1.5 Tbsp Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- 1/2 Tsp Kosher Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Make the rub: In separate bowls, combine the spices for each rub recipe. Stir together until well combined.
- Dry your chicken wings: Use paper towels to thoroughly dry the wings on all sides. Moisture-free skin is essential for crispy results.
- Season the chicken: Evenly coat the chicken wings in the rub.
Smoking Process
- Heat your smoker or grill: Set the temperature to 250°F.
- Add a smoke tube: If pellet grilling, add a smoke tube for extra smokiness.
- Put your chicken on the grate: Place the wings directly on the grill grates for maximum exposure
- Smoke time: Smoke the wings for 2 to 2.5 hours, just until the internal temperature is reached.
- Internal temperature: The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 160°F during smoking.
Crisping up the Wings
- To crisp the skin, broil on high for about 1.5 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy
- Toss the smoked wings in your favorite sauce or serve them as they are.
- Whether you like them saucy or au naturel, these crispy smoked chicken wings are sure to be a hit!
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Smoked wings are sure to impress with their smokey notes and rich flavor. In this recipe, I show you two of my favorite wing rubs: Brown sugar with paprika, and lemon pepper.
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