🍗 Smoked Wings Are Still the MVP (And Here’s Exactly How to Make Them)

Let’s be real—wings are never not a good idea.

Whether you’re cheering on your team during playoff hockey, throwing together a Friday night hang, or just giving in to a midweek craving (no shame in that game), smoked wings are the GOAT of the grill. And if you’re seeing them everywhere on Instagram and TikTok—there’s a reason. These babies are crispy, smoky, saucy perfection.

So let’s break it down, shall we? Here’s exactly how to make smoked wings that will have your crew licking their fingers and asking for more.

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🛒 First up: The Ingredients

You’ll need:

• 2–3 lbs of chicken wings, drumettes or flats (or both!)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Your favorite dry rub (we love something sweet & spicy)
• Fruitwood pellets— our Fruitwood Blend or Cherry are clutch for that crisp skin + kiss of sweetness

Optional but highly recommended:

• Baking powder (yep, more on that below)
• A killer wing sauce:
  • Honey-Sriracha 🍯🌶️
  • Garlic Parmesan 🧄🧀
  • Chipotle-Lime 🌶️🍋
  • Buffalo with a twist 🦬🔥

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👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step: How to Smoke Those Wings Like a Pro

Step 1: Dry and Season
Pat those wings dry with paper towels. This is key to getting crispy skin. Want to level it up? Toss them in 1 tbsp baking powder before adding seasoning—trust us, it’s a grill hack that works.

Drizzle with olive oil and toss in your dry rub of choice. Let them hang out in the fridge for 30 minutes to 2 hours if you’ve got the time. (Overachiever bonus: let them sit uncovered overnight.)

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Step 2: Fire Up the Smoker
Set your smoker or pellet grill to 225°F. Load it up with Grillers Gold BBQ Pellets Fruitwood or Cherry flavor for that sweet, clean smoke.

Place wings directly on the grates (or use a wire rack over a baking sheet). Smoke for about 60–75 minutes.

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Step 3: Crisp ‘Em Up
Crank the heat to 375°F–400°F for the last 10–15 minutes to crisp the skin. Flip halfway through. The internal temp should hit at least 175°F for that perfect juicy bite.

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Step 4: Sauce & Toss
Now for the fun part—toss your wings in a bowl with your favorite sauce. Keep it classic or get wild. We’re not judging. For our Buffalo with a Twist recipe, keep reading…

Want extra saucy wings? Toss ’em, then put them back on the grill for 5 minutes to caramelize the sauce.

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Sauce Spotlight: Buffalo With a Twist 🦬

We all love classic Buffalo wings, but why not give ’em a little glow-up? This version still brings the heat, but with a creamy, tangy kick that’ll have your guests wondering what your secret is. (Tell them if you want. Or don’t. We won’t say a word.)

Here’s how to make it:

🧄 Buffalo Ranch Twist Sauce

• 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot (or your favorite hot sauce)
• 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp ranch dressing (yes, we said ranch)
• 1 tsp honey
• Pinch of garlic powder (because garlic makes everything better)
• Optional: a few dashes of Worcestershire sauce for extra depth

Instructions: Whisk it all together in a bowl until smooth. Warm it up just before tossing to help it coat the wings beautifully.

This sauce hits all the right notes: spicy, creamy, tangy, and just a little sweet. It’s a crowd-pleaser and totally TikTok-worthy.

Want to go full mad scientist? Add a squeeze of lime or a splash of pickle juice for even more personality.

🔥 Pro Tips from the Pit

• Smoking at a lower temp first helps the meat soak up that wood-fired flavor.
• Baking powder = crispy skin magic. Science, baby.
• Try dry-rub-only wings with a dipping sauce if you’re not into messy fingers.

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🏒 Hosting a Hockey Night? Do This:

• Make two batches: one sauced, one dry rub only
• Serve with celery, carrot sticks, and ranch or blue cheese
• Have cold beer or hard cider on deck. 🍻

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That’s it! Easy, impressive, and totally drool-worthy. Tag us if you make a batch—we’d love to see your saucy masterpieces.

Stay smoky, friends.
🔥 – The Grillers Gold Crew