Traeger Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings
These crispy Traeger chicken wings take your wing game to the next level, delivering perfectly golden, crunchy skin and juicy meat infused with smoky flavor. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, enjoying game day with friends, or treating yourself to a simple dinner, these wings are easy to prepare and impossible to resist.
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320kcal
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken wings I used split party wings. You can use whole wings if preferred.
- olive oil
Homemade Dry Rub Rub (Feel free to use a store-bought rub if you wish)
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar or sweetener
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to 225 degrees.
- Pat the chicken wings dry. Sprinkle the dry rub throughout.
- Coat the grill grates on the smoker in olive oil using a cooking brush or towels to prevent sticking.
- Place the wings on the smoker. Smoke for 2 hours.
- I like for my wings to have a little char and I like them crispy. After 2 hours, adjust the temperature to 350 degrees. Cook for an additional 15-30 minutes until crisp. Flip halfway through.If you like sauced wings you can add the sauce during this step.
- Remove the wings. Cool before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to use your favorite BBQ rub or seasoning. Use 2 tablespoons or enough to fully coat the wings.
- Marinating is optional.
- Whole chicken wings (as opposed to split party wings) will take an hour or longer to smoke. Be sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Nutrition
Serving: 6oz | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 21g