You'll love these tender Smoked Chicken Wings. Perfect for any occasion, easy to make, and absolutely delicious.

Smoked Chicken Wings

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these irresistible smoked chicken wings! This finger-licking recipe will take your love for chicken wings to new heights with its perfect balance of smokiness and tenderness.

Whether you're planning a backyard barbecue, a casual weeknight dinner, or a delightful gathering with friends, these smoked chicken wings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser.

Looking for another delicious appetizer? Check out these Jalapeno Cream Cheese Bacon Bites, Hot Corn Dip with Jalapenos, slow cooker buffalo chicken dip and this Smoked Crab Dip.

If you're looking for more delicious and easy smoker recipes, check out these Smoked Brats, Smoked Chicken Drumsticks, Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin, and this Smoked New York Strip Steak.

Close-up of seasoned and smoked chicken wings on a white plate, perfectly cooked to tantalizing perfection.

Why you'll love this Smoked Chicken Wings

Simple Recipe - this recipe only requires 2 ingredients
Low-Carb Recipe - with only 4g of carbs per serving and this is totally dependent on the kind of chicken rub or seasoning you use.
Meal Prep - if you make a big batch of these Traeger chicken wings you can save the leftovers and use them for meal prep.

Ingredients

Raw whole chicken wings
Your favorite chicken seasoning or chicken dry rub

Tips & Tricks

If you can, allow the chicken to come to room temperature before throwing them on the smoker. Make sure the internal temperature of these chicken wings reaches at least 165F so you know they are fully cooked.

Tools to make this easy recipe

I'm absolutely in love with my Traeger pellet grill! If you're looking for my exact model, I have the Traeger Grills Pro Series 34 Electric Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker.

How to make Smoked Chicken Wings

Turn the Smoker to 225F, and heat for about 15 minutes or until the smoker reaches temperature.
Blot the chicken wings with a paper towel. Sprinkle with seasoning.
Grease the grates and add the chicken wings.
Insert thermometer and cook for 3 hours, flipping halfway.
Remove when the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165F.

raw seasoned chicken wings on a baking sheet

raw seasoned chicken wings in the smoker

Oven Directions

Preheat oven to 400F.

Seasoning as directed above. Place chicken wings in a baking dish.

Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.

Substitutions

If you do not have any chicken wings, you can use chicken drumsticks or thighs. Or if you're brave, you can even use turkey wings and make it a smoked turkey wing recipe.

Smoked chicken wings with a golden-brown crust are beautifully arranged on a white plate.

What to serve with Smoked Chicken Wings

You can serve it with Griddled Zucchini, Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, a berry salad, or this delicious Mashed Cauliflower as a side dish.

Looking for more options? Check out this post about what to serve with chicken wings.

How to store

Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

How to reheat

Transfer the chicken wings to a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes.

More chicken recipes to enjoy

If you're looking for more delicious and easy chicken recipes, below are some of my favorites!