Traeger Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe
Crispy, juicy, smoky, and packed with irresistible flavor, these Traeger grilled chicken wings are the ultimate backyard BBQ crowd-pleaser!
These grilled wings are absolutely delicious — using a Traeger grill makes wings just as crispy as your air fryer, I promise! While the Traeger is clearly our favorite, a charcoal grill or gas grill would work for this recipe too.
Looking for more chicken wing recipes? Be sure to check out these teriyaki wings with soy sauce, sweet buffalo wings with hot sauce, and barbecue wings with our favorite BBQ sauce.
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We prefer to cook these on the smoker because the indirect heat is the best way to cook whole wings evenly and quickly. This cooking method also adds extra flavor to these Traeger wings.
While you’re grilling, you have to try this grilled halibut, these beef short ribs, and BBQ shrimp skewers too.
How Long Does It Take to Grill Chicken Wings?
Chicken wings typically take 25-30 minutes to cook on the grill. Be sure to flip them every five minutes so that they cook evenly and develop crispy skin.
Grilling chicken wings on an outdoor grill is a great way to cook a large number of wings quickly. Perfect for the big game, friends and family are sure to love this easy recipe!
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Supplies
- Traeger 780 Pro Smoker Grill – This is our Traeger model and it’s the perfect size for families who like to entertain! Be sure to check out all of our must-have Traeger products.
- Meater Thermometer – We love this wireless meat thermometer. It connects to an app that tells you exactly when your meat is done!
- BBQ tongs – These are my favorite tongs for grasping grilled meat.
- Basting brush – This one is great for coating the wings in BBQ sauce.
- Paper towels – A must for cleanup!
- Large bowl – For tossing the wings in the dry brine rub.
- Aluminum foil – Used to wrap and transport the chicken.
Traeger Chicken Wings
Ingredients
- Chicken wings – These wings become incredibly juicy and flavorful on the smoker while developing perfectly crispy skin.
- Dry rub of choice – A bold dry rub adds smoky, sweet, salty, and savory flavor that makes every bite irresistible.
Note: Any kind of chicken rub will work, but this is our favorite dry rub for all of our smoked meats. The combination of brown sugar and seasoning blends adds so much flavor to each dish!
Instructions
1. Place wings in a large mixing bowl and toss with the dry rub mixture.
Tip: They could also be combined in a large plastic bag.
2. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for an hour.
3. Preheat the grill to medium heat or 350°F.
4. Place the chicken wings in a single layer on the grill.
5. Flip the wings every 5 minutes.
6. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the wings reaches 170°F when measured with a meat thermometer.
These crispy chicken wings are best served with a side of French fries, dill and Dijon potato salad, or ranch dressing for dipping. This is my favorite way to cook chicken wings and one of our most shared Traeger recipes!
Tips and Tricks
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Add a little bit of onion powder, chili powder, garlic powder, black pepper, or cayenne pepper to the coated chicken before grilling to take them up a notch.
- You could coat the wing tips with BBQ sauce or buffalo sauce before grilling.
- Use olive oil to season your grill before cooking, as this will help to prevent the chicken wings from sticking.
- Optionally, line your grill with aluminum foil so that the wings don’t stick to the grill grates.
We love to grill just about anything, but especially chicken! Check out these delicious recipes.
More Chicken Recipes
- Grilled BBQ chicken wings
- Bacon wrapped chicken tenders
- BBQ skinless chicken thighs
- Teriyaki chicken wings
- Huli Huli chicken recipe
- Baked chicken breasts
- BBQ chicken drumsticks
- Beer can chicken
- Traeger grilled chicken wings
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get crispy chicken wings on a Traeger grill?
The key is cooking the wings at a higher temperature like 350°F and flipping them often. Patting the wings dry before seasoning also helps the skin crisp up beautifully.
What temperature should chicken wings reach when fully cooked?
Chicken wings should reach an internal temperature of 165°F at minimum, but many people prefer cooking them to 170-175°F for extra tender meat and crispy skin.
Do you need to flip wings while grilling?
Yes! Flipping the wings every 5 minutes helps them cook evenly and prevents burning while creating crispy skin on all sides.
Should I sauce wings before or after grilling?
For best results, add BBQ sauce or buffalo sauce during the last few minutes of cooking or after grilling. Saucing too early can cause the wings to burn.
Can I make these wings on a gas or charcoal grill?
Absolutely! While a Traeger adds incredible smoky flavor, these wings can also be cooked on a gas grill or charcoal grill using indirect heat.
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Traeger chicken wings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of wings
- ¼ cup dry rub of choice
Instructions
- Place wings in a large mixing bowl or large plastic bag and toss with the dry rub mixture.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for an hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat or 350°F.
- Place the chicken wings in a single layer on the grill.
- Flip the wings every 5 minutes.
- Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the wings reaches 170°F when measured with a meat thermometer.
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Notes
- Any kind of chicken rub will work, but this is our favorite dry rub for all of our smoked meats. The combination of brown sugar and seasoning blends adds so much flavor to each dish!
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Add a little bit of onion powder, chili powder, garlic powder, black pepper, or cayenne pepper to the coated chicken before grilling to take them up a notch.
- You could coat the wing tips with BBQ sauce or buffalo sauce before grilling.
- Use olive oil to season your grill before cooking, as this will help to prevent the chicken wings from sticking.
- Optionally, line your grill with aluminum foil so that the wings don’t stick to the grill grates.
Nutrition
This is so good 😊
Thank you!