Smoked Sweet and Sour Wings

Smoked Sweet and Sour Wings offer an irresistible twist on traditional chicken wings, combining the rich, smoky flavors from the grill with a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. This fusion of tastes creates a culinary experience that is both savory and satisfying.

The chicken wings are seasoned with a blend of spices, ensuring a depth of flavor in every bite. The smoking process then imparts a distinctive smokiness, elevating the wings to a new level. Whether using a charcoal smoker or a wood pellet grill, the result is a delectable infusion of smoke that complements the juiciness of the chicken.

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Hot and Spicy Fried Wings
Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings
 Fried Chicken Wings (Chinese Takeout Style)
General Tso Chicken Wings

The sweetness in the sauce comes from a combination of ingredients like honey, brown sugar, or maple syrup, delivering a delightful contrast to the smokiness of the wings. At the same time, a carefully balanced sour component, often achieved with vinegar or citrus, adds a zesty kick that cuts through the richness, creating a flavor profile that is both complex and harmonious. However, for this recipe, I used store-bought sweet and sour sauce for a quick and easy recipe.

Whether served as an appetizer at a gathering or as the main course for a barbecue feast, smoked sweet and sour wings will surely be a crowd-pleaser. The smokiness, sweetness, and tanginess create a memorable dish that appeals to a wide range of palates. So, fire up the grill, savor the aromatic smoking journey, and indulge in the irresistible allure of these mouthwatering wings.

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 The Recipe:

Smoked Sweet and Sour Wings

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 Tablespoon complete seasoning
• 1 Teaspoon black pepper
• 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 Teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 Tablespoon onion powder
• Salt to taste

Sauce

• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 1/4 Cup Sweet and Sour Sauce
• 1 Tablespoon spicy ranch seasoning

Instructions

1. In a large bowl wash, clean, and season chicken wings with ingredients listed above i.e. complete seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder allow to marinate for 4-24 hours in the refrigerator.

2. To install the grill grate, position it flat on top of the heating element and gently press down until it sits in place then close the hood.

3. While holding the smoke box lid open, use the pellet scoop to pour pellets into the smoke box until filled to the top. Then close the smoke box lid.

4. Turn the dial to BAKE. Press WOODFIRE FLAVOR. Set the temperature to 330 Degrees Fahrenheit, and set the time to 30 minutes. Set START/STOP to begin preheating (preheating will take approx. 8-10 minutes).

5. When the unit beeps to signify it has preheated and ADD FOOD is displayed, open the hood and place wings in the basket. Close the hood to begin cooking. Several times during cooking, open the hood and use silicone-tipped tongs. flip the wings. (I flip chicken wings after the first 10 minutes and every 5 minutes afterward).

6. When cooking is complete, open the hood, remove the chicken wings from the basket, and Serve with your favorite sides.