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    Home » Recipes » Crispy Grilled Chicken Wings

    Crispy Grilled Chicken Wings

    Published Oct 27, 2022 · Modified Oct 27, 2022 by Renee · Leave a Comment · This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Chicken wings cooked on the grill over indirect heat, yielding a crispy skin but juicy on the inside. Toss them in your favorite sauce or seasoning.

    Overhead view of wings on a plate and board with buffalo sauce on the side.

    These are the BEST Crispy Grilled Chicken Wings I've ever had. My husband has been making these chicken wings for years, and they turn out perfect every single time.

    This recipe is simple, but instead we're going to focus on the cooking method to ensure you can create the same results on your grill.

    Try this marinade for grilled Thai Chicken Wings.

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    • Ingredients
    • Grilling Method
    • How to Grill Chicken Wings
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    Ingredients

    For the grilled wings you will need:

    • Chicken Wings
    • Avocado Oil
    • Salt and Pepper
    Raw chicken wings on a plate with avocado oil and salt and pepper in bowls.

    I also toss the wings in a honey buffalo sauce at the end. Simply combine butter, buffalo sauce, and honey. Or use your favorite wing sauce.

    Grilling Method

    After some extensive recipe testing, the method of low and slow yielded the best tasting chicken wing. Follow these 2 simple rules for any type of grill:

    1. Indirect Heat- Either by using a heat deflector or by heating a gas grill on one side and cooking the wings on the opposite side.
    2. Low and Slow- Set the grill temperature to 350-375°F and cook them for 1 hour.

    I personally do not enjoy my wings when they are charred or taste burned. This method of grilling results in a crispy exterior, without being burned, and still juicy on the inside.

    How to Grill Chicken Wings

    The chicken wing prep is easy, just place the wings on a plate or bowl, add avocado oil (or any neutral oil), and season with salt and pepper. No need to pat the wings dry, the skin will get crispy.

    If you prefer a dry rub, add it now before cooking the wings. Otherwise, toss the chicken wings in a sauce after they are cooked.

    Collage of 4 images of wings on the grill.

    The grill we are using is a ceramic grill with a heat-deflecting stone on the bottom grates. When the grill is heated to 350°F, place the chicken wings directly on the grill grates in a single layer.

    Close the lid and allow them to cook for 30 minutes untouched. After 30 minutes flip each wing over. You may need to rotate some of the wings if there's an area of the grill that runs hotter.

    Allow the wings to cook for another 20-30 minutes. You want them to have a nice golden color all around. Remove the wings from the grill and they are ready to eat.

    Naked cooked wings on a plate

    Try my recipe for a whole Smoked Turkey.

    Honey Buffalo Sauce

    The sauce that I tossed the wings in is a simple honey buffalo sauce.

    • 1 tablespoon Butter
    • ¼ cup Buffalo Sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Honey
    Wings tossed in buffalo sauce on a plate.

    Heat the sauce ingredients in a small pan, and stir to combine. Once incorporated turn off the heat and pour over the wings. Toss to combine and enjoy! Try these buffalo cauliflower tacos.

    Leftover wings can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat them in a toaster oven, air fryer, or microwave. 

    Feature image of wings covered in buffalo sauce.

    Crispy Grilled Chicken Wing Recipe

    Renee
    Chicken wings cooked on the grill over indirect heat, yielding a crispy skin but juicy on the inside. Toss them in your favorite sauce or seasoning.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Servings 2

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil
    • Salt and Pepper to taste
    • 1 pound Chicken Wings

    Instructions
     

    • Ceramic Grill- Place a heat deflector and heat the grill to 350-375°F
      Pellet Grill- Heat grill to 375°F
      Gas Grill- Turn on one side and heat to 375°F
    • Place chicken wings in a bowl or plate, add avocado oil, and season lightly with salt and pepper. If using a dry rub, replace the salt and pepper and add it now. Mix to coat each chicken wing.
    • Place the wings directly onto the grill grate in a single layer. If using a gas grill add the wings to the side without the flame on.
    • Allow wings to cook for 30 minutes. Flip each wing over and rearrange any wings if needed. For example, the outside of our ceramic grill gets hotter than the center.
    • After flipping the wings over, allow them to cook for an additional 20-30 minutes. Total cook time is 50-60 minutes or until they are golden on all sides.
      Remove wings from the grill and serve or toss in your favorite sauce.

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    Notes

    The temperature on a ceramic grill will fluctuate, just be sure it doesn't go over 400°F.
    Recipe for honey buffalo sauce, per 1 pound of wings.
    • 1 tablespoon Butter
    • ¼ cup Buffalo Sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Honey
    Leftover wings can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat them in a toaster oven, air fryer, or microwave. 
    Thai Chicken Wings
    Smoked Turkey

    Nutrition

    Calories: 334kcalProtein: 22gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 89mgPotassium: 191mgVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is provided as an estimate only and depends on ingredients and amounts used. Thai Caliente makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

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