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Published: Aug 15, 2024 by Kathy

BBQ Wings (Grilled)

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Grilled wings with barbecue sauce.

These BBQ Wings are slathered with BBQ sauce and grilled until the sauce caramelizes and is just slightly charred. The wings are sticky and delicious!

Grill up a batch in less than 30 minutes.

A plate filled with BBQ wings.

Chicken wings on the grill

I love making and eating wings. The size of a wing is perfect for nibbling and because they are small they have a large amount of meat to seasoning. I have several recipes for baked chicken wings, but I thought it was time to share my recipes for wings on the grill too.

During the hot days of summer, I have no desire to turn on my oven, but I still crave the great taste of wings. The wings are simply seasoned and once are cooked, they get layers of BBQ sauce.

These wings are so tasty all year, but not everyone can access their grill during the winter. I have an Oven-Baked BBQ Wing version if you don't want to get outside.

Ingredients for BBQ wings

Chicken wings, bbq sauce and seasonings in small bowls.
  • Chicken Wings - You can either use the whole wing or use wings that have been cut into wingettes and drumettes. I often buy a package of party wings that are separated.
  • BBQ Sauce - Use your favorite sauce.
  • Seasoning - Salt, pepper and garlic powder.

How to make BBQ wings

  1. Pat wings down with a paper towel removing any excess moisture.
  2. Sprinkle wings with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  3. Place wings on a preheated and seasoned grill and cook over medium to medium-high heat.
  4. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until wings are cooked through.
Chicken wings on a grill.
Cooking wings on a gas grill.
  1. Baste BBQ sauce over the top of the wings. Flip over and place sauce on the other side. Close lid and cook for 2-3 minutes letting the sauce begin to cook and caramelize.
  2. Flip wings and apply another layer of sauce. Close lid and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Apply at least 2 coats of sauce to each side.
  4. Remove from heat and eat hot or while still warm.
Brushing BBQ sauce over wings.
Cooking wings with barbecue sauce on a grill.

Recipe tips

  • Dry the Wings: Be certain to pat the wings dry before beginning.
  • Preheat the Grill: Give your grill ample time to heat up. If you have a thermometer on your grill, you want it between 415-450°F.
  • Flip Often: Flip your wings every 3-5 minutes so the wings don't burn. If you have a hot spot on your grill, rotate the wings so they all cook evenly.
  • Use a Digital Thermometer: Make certain the wings are fully cooked to at least 165°F.
  • Let the Sauce Cook: Give your sauce ample time to cook. It will thicken and caramelize while it heats up.

Frequently asked questions

What temperature do I need to cook chicken wings to?

Cook wings to at least 165°F.

How do I store leftover wings?

Allow the wings to cool, then store in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

Serving suggestions

  • Dip into Blue Cheese Dressing.
  • Serve alongside an Italian Salad.
  • Serve with Deviled Egg Pasta Salad.

More delicious wings

  • Honey BBQ Wings
  • Teriyaki Wings
  • Honey Garlic Wings
  • Salt and Pepper Wings
  • Dry Rubbed Wings
  • Garlic Parmesan Wings
Wings covered with barbecue sauce on a small plate.

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Grilled BBQ Wings Recipe

Kathy Berget
Grilled chicken wings slathered with BBQ sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 5 people
Calories 262 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ½ - 2 pounds chicken wings
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat grill. Scrape down grates and season with a bit of oil. Fold a paper towel into a small square. Dip it into cooking oil and rub paper towel over the top of the grates using tongs to hold the paper towel.
  • Pat wings down with a paper towel removing any excess moisture.
    1 ½ - 2 pounds chicken wings
  • Sprinkle wings with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
    ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Place wings on a preheated and seasoned grill and cook over medium to medium-high heat.
  • Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until wings are cooked through.
  • Baste BBQ sauce over the top of the wings. Flip over and place sauce on the other side. Close lid and cook for 2-3 minutes letting the sauce begin to cook and caramelize.
    1 cup BBQ sauce
  • Flip wings and apply another layer of sauce. Close lid and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Apply at least 2 coats of sauce to each side.
  • Remove from heat and eat hot or while still warm.

Notes

  • Dry the Wings: Be certain to pat the wings dry before beginning.
  • Preheat the Grill: Give your grill ample time to heat up. If you have a thermometer on your grill, you want it between 415-450°F.
  • Flip Often: Flip your wings every 3-5 minutes so the wings don't burn. If you have a hot spot on your grill, rotate the wings so they all cook evenly.
  • Use a Digital Thermometer: Make certain the wings are fully cooked to at least 165°F.
  • Let the Sauce Cook: Give your sauce ample time to cook. It will thicken and caramelize while it heats up.

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 875mgPotassium: 251mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 237IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg
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