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Bourbon BBQ Smoked Chicken Wings

Irresistibly Juicy Bourbon BBQ Smoked Chicken Wings Recipe

Enjoy flavorful Bourbon BBQ Smoked Chicken Wings that are gluten-free, juicy, and perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
For the Bourbon BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup Bourbon
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce Use your favorite
  • ¼ cup Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • ¼ cup Apple Cider Vinegar

Equipment

  • Smoker
  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your smoker to a steady 225°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  3. Toss the chicken wings in the spice mix until thoroughly coated.
  4. Place the seasoned wings on the smoker rack, ensuring space between each piece.
  5. Smoke the wings for 1.5 to 2 hours or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine bourbon, barbecue sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  7. Toss the smoked wings in the bourbon BBQ sauce until thoroughly coated.
  8. Serve the wings hot, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 3wingsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure wings are marinated for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Keep the smoker temperature consistent for best results.

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