Gameday Chicken Wings

Gameday Chicken Wings

Gameday chicken wings are my go-to recipe for parties, football Sundays, and easy backyard cooks. This simple wing recipe works perfectly whether you’re using a smoker, grill, or oven, and the process stays the same no matter the flavor profile. Sauce or no sauce, these wings are always a hit and a staple in my BBQ rotation. Sauce’em or not these wings are a hit!

Ingredients for Gameday Chicken Wings

• 1lb Fresh Chicken Wings
• Meat Church Bird Baptism Brine
• Meat Church Honey Hog Seasoning
• Favorite Sauce (Buffalo, BBQ, ect.)

Instructions

1. Prepare wings – rinse under cold water and with a sharp knife separate the wing tips from the drums and flats and set aside.
2. In a large bowl dissolve brine in cold water. Whisk until all incorporated.
3. Transfer wings to a plastic sealable bag(2.5ga) and pour over wings
4. Place in fridge sealed for 1-3 hours
5. Remove wings, drain, pat dry with paper towel
6. Apply Meat Church Honey Hog or Favorite Rub
7. Preheat Smoker to 225°
8. Place wings on wire rack and in the smoker
9. When wings hit 160° about 1 hour
10. Turn up the heat to 375°
11. Take off when internal temp reaches 180°
12. At this point sauce in a large bowl or enjoy them dry!

Other Considerations

This recipe serves 2-4 people. Our Gameday Chicken Wing recipe will satisfy the most hungry party goers. Adaptable to any taste, these wings will be a party favorite not matter what occasion. Enjoy! Here are the Tools & Accessories I trust → BBQ Gear I Use.

🔥 Tips for Perfect Gameday Chicken Wings

For the best gameday chicken wings, make sure the wings are completely dry before seasoning to help the skin crisp up during cooking. Using a wire rack allows airflow around the wings and promotes even cooking. You can finish the wings at a higher temperature to tighten the skin before saucing, or serve them dry with sauce on the side for maximum crunch. These wings pair well with classic buffalo sauce, BBQ sauce, or dry rubs depending on your crowd. If you’re new to smoking meats, check out my [Beginner’s Guide to Smoking].

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