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Grilled Chicken Wings

Tender, juicy chicken wings coated in a flavorful smoky dry rub, perfect for gatherings and game day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dry Rub
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Main Ingredients
  • 3 lb chicken wings
  • ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry rub ingredients: brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until everything is evenly mixed.
  2. Place the chicken wings in a large bowl. Sprinkle the dry rub over the wings, then toss until each piece is thoroughly coated in the seasoning.
Grilling
  1. Preheat your grill to medium heat. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
  2. Once the grill is ready, add the wings to the grate. Cook for 25-30 minutes, turning them occasionally, until cooked through and crispy, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
Serving
  1. Remove the wings from the grill and let them rest for about 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute.
  2. Serve the wings with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

When selecting chicken wings, fresh wings are best. Consider air-chilled for better flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.