Chipotle Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

Chicken:

• 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken wings
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Dry Rub:

• 2 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp kosher salt
  

Spritz King: Chipotle

Instructions:

Prep the Chicken

1. 1. Pat the wings dry, add to mixing bowl and toss with olive oil
      
   2. Mix all rub ingredients and coat the chicken thoroughly - get it under the skin too for max flavor.
      
   3. Let rest while the grill preheats (~20–30 minutes).
      

Fire up the Traeger

1. 1. Preheat your Traeger to 225°F.
   2. Use wood pellets like mesquite, cherry, or hickory for a spicy-smoke vibe.
      

Start Smoking

1. 1. Place chicken directly on the grill grates, skin-side up.
      
   2. Smoke for 45 minutes, then begin spritzing every 30 minutes to enhance chipotle flavor
      

Crank up the Heat

1. 1. After about 1.5–2 hours, once internal temp is ~145°F, bump temp up to 350°F to crisp the skin.
      
   2. Continue cooking and spritzing until thighs hit internal temp of 175–180°F for juicy, tender meat.
      

Rest & Serve

1. 1. Let chicken rest 5–10 minutes, garnish with fresh garden herbs and serve with blue cheese dressing (or dipping sauce of your choice), carrots & celery stips.
      

Pro Tips:

• Want that skin ultra-crispy? Toss in Air Fryer or under the broiler for 2–3 min before serving.
  
• Wings go great with an ice-cold Hazy IPA or Corona with a fresh-squeezed lime wedge