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Smoked Hot Honey Chicken Wings

Savor the Heat: Smoked Hot Honey Chicken Wings You’ll Love

Enjoy the perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and spicy with these Smoked Hot Honey Chicken Wings, an ideal dish for gatherings.
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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: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Tony Chachere’s Bold Creole Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onion
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or fresh oregano
For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Hot Sauce Louisiana hot sauce recommended
  • 1/4 cup Butter or margarine
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional

Equipment

  • Smoker
  • Large bowl
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels, place them in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat. Add seasoning, ensuring each wing is well-coated.
  2. Smoke the Chicken Wings: Preheat smoker to 225°F. Arrange wings on smoker racks and smoke for 60-75 minutes until internal temperature is 155°F.
  3. Make the Hot Honey Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, then stir in honey, hot sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Crisp the Wings: Increase smoker temperature to 375°F. Cook the smoked wings for an additional 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 175-185°F.
  5. Toss in Hot Honey Sauce: Transfer wings to a mixing bowl and pour hot honey sauce over them, tossing gently to coat evenly.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Plate the wings and serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or sesame seeds. Pair with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum crispiness, ensure wings are completely dry before seasoning. Use a thermometer to monitor doneness without cutting into the wings.

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