In this recipe we have a trick up our sleeve to get those extra crispy chicken wings on your Traeger Grill.

How To Make Crispy Wings On A Traeger

Watch as Chef Jason, Ace's Grilling Expert, show you how to make crispy wings on your pellet grill.

Yield: 2# Chicken Wings (drums and flaps)

Prep time: 10 Minutes

Cook time: 35-45 Minutes – depending on desired doneness

 

Ingredients

Measure   Ingredient                                                                    Prep Notes      

2 lbs             Chicken Wings, Fresh                                            Drums and Flaps                       

2 ½  tsp        Baking Powder

4 tbsp           Rub a Dub, 5280 Culinary                                    Season to taste

2 tbsp           Honey Hog, Hot, Meat Church                           Season to taste

                                                  

Prep Directions:

Remove wings from package and pat dry on ALL sides, then let sit 2-3 minutes prior to seasoning

Cooking Directions:

Wash all tools prior to use

Clean and sanitize all cutting boards and prep surfaces prior to use

Read all manufacturer’s instructions before using grills, or any cooking tools

Clean out Traeger as needed and change drip tray liner (if applicable)

Fill pellet hopper with Reserve Blend Pellets

Set Traeger to 375˚ F, hit enter and hit ignite

While Traeger is heating up:

Open chicken wings, remove from package and drain, then pat dry on ALL side

Place chicken onto a cooking sheet and allow to rest for 2-3 minutes before seasoning

Pat dry again if needed

In a mixing bowl add the seasoning and baking powder and mix well

Place the wings in a mixing bowl and add the rub

Mix well to coat

Place the chicken wings onto the grill grate and cook for 25-30 minutes

Open Traeger, check wings temperature (looking for 165˚ F – 170˚ F)

Flip wings to second side and cook until wings hit desired doneness

Remove wings from grill and place onto a cooking sheet, in a single layer

Bring into kitchen and arrange on your favorite platter

Serve with appropriate wing garnishes like hot sauce, bbq sauce, spicy honey, ranch and veggies

Enjoy them dry and crispy or dunk and devour

Grills / Grill Gear Used:

• Traeger, Timberline XL    Ace SKU - 8037362

• Thermometer, Digital, Instant Read Ace SKU – 6108419

• Pellets, Reserve Blend Ace SKU – 8015887

• Rub a Dub Rub, 5280 Culinary Ace SKU – 8562050

• Honey Hog, Hot, Meat Church Ace SKU – 8060807

 

Published on 1/31/2023

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