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Smoked BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe Easy Irresistible Dry Rub Guide

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This smoked BBQ chicken wings recipe features a flavorful dry rub and low-and-slow smoking method to deliver crispy skin and juicy, smoky meat. Perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare with pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds whole chicken wings, tips removed or wings split into flats and drumettes
  • 2 tablespoons paprika (smoked paprika for extra smokiness)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to heat preference)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1½ teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional: splash of apple cider vinegar or favorite BBQ sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. Rinse chicken wings under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Separate flats and drumettes if not already done.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, chili powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over wings and toss to coat. Sprinkle dry rub over wings and massage to coat evenly. Let rest for 15 minutes if possible.
  4. Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C) using mild wood like apple or hickory.
  5. Arrange wings in a single layer on smoker rack. Smoke for 1 hour 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is crispy.
  6. Optional: For extra crispiness, transfer wings to a wire rack on a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes, watching closely.
  7. Remove wings from smoker and let rest for a few minutes. Serve immediately with BBQ sauce or apple cider vinegar splash.

Notes

If wings start drying out, tent loosely with foil after the first hour. Add soaked wood chips when flipping if smoke flavor is weak. Dry wings thoroughly before seasoning for crisp skin. Avoid overcrowding smoker rack to ensure proper smoke circulation. Use a reliable thermometer to check doneness.

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