Smoked Party Hot Wings

These hot wings with smoke are a great addition to any gathering. They have a deep, smokey flavor from the slow smoking process, and your taste buds will be delighted by the kick from the spicy hot sauce marinade.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs chicken wings
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• 1/2 cup hot sauce
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• 1/4 cup melted butter
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• 2 tbsp olive oil
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• 2 tsp garlic powder
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• 2 tsp onion powder
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• 1 tsp smoked paprika
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• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
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• Salt and pepper to taste
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• Wood chips for smoking
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Instructions:

Adjust smoker temperature to 225F 107C by adding your preferred wood chips

To make the marinade, combine hot sauce, melted butter, olive oil, smoked paprika, onion, garlic, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl

Pour the marinade over the chicken wings and place them in a large plastic bag that can be sealed

Make sure the wings are evenly coated by sealing the bag and massaging in the marinade

Let the food marinate for a minimum of two hours, or better yet, overnight

While the smoker heats up, take the wings out of the refrigerator and allow them to come to room temperature

After the wings have reached an internal temperature of 165F 74C, place them on the smoker grate and smoke them for two to three hours, rotating them halfway through to ensure even cooking

After smoking, move the wings to a platter and give them a few minutes to rest before serving

Optional: For an extra kick, brush with more hot sauce or melted butter

Enjoy these delectable smoked party hot wings after serving them!