How to Smoke Chicken Wings on a Charcoal Grill | Our Secret to Crispy, Tender Hot Wings | Barlow BBQ

bbq sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + vinegar

Homemade sauce can reduce sugar content.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: sweet paprika

💰Cheaper: regular paprika

Sweet paprika provides similar flavor without the smoke.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup offers a lower glycemic index.

chicken wings

🥗Healthier: chicken drumsticks

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Drumsticks are often cheaper and still flavorful.

Prepare the charcoal grill by lighting a full charcoal chimney and aiming for a temperature of 350°F to 400°F.

Once the charcoal is ready, place it in the grill and cover it to let it come up to temperature.

Season the whole chicken wings with Cajun seasoning. Optionally, split them into drumsticks and flats if desired.

Place the seasoned wings on the grill and cover it.

After 15 minutes, check the wings for color. They should be starting to brown but need more time.

After another 20 minutes, check the wings again and flip them over to ensure even cooking.

After cooking for 1 hour and 20 minutes, check the wings again, flip them if necessary, and add more charcoal to maintain heat.

After cooking for over 2 hours, check the wings for a golden brown color, indicating they are done.

Remove some wings from the grill and drizzle them with honey for a final touch before serving.

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