High Protein Smoked Chicken Wings
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible High Protein Smoked Chicken Wings, a smoky, savory treat packed with rich flavor and essential nutrients. Perfectly seasoned with a tantalizing blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper, these wings are slow-smoked over aromatic hickory or applewood chips for ultimate tenderness and depth. A delightful honey-soy glaze adds just the right touch of sweetness, balancing the smoky heat. With a straightforward prep and roughly two hours of cooking, this recipe is ideal for impressing guests or satisfying your own cravings. Serve these crowd-pleasing wings hot, paired with your favorite dipping sauce, and enjoy a protein-packed dish that’s bursting with bold flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups wood chips (hickory or applewood)
Instructions
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) using your preferred wood chips.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
Once the smoker is ready, arrange the chicken wings in a single layer on the smoker rack.
Smoke the chicken wings for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are fully cooked.
While the wings are smoking, prepare the glaze by mixing honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened.
Once the wings are done, remove them from the smoker and place them in a large bowl.
Pour the glaze over the smoked wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
Transfer the glazed wings back to the smoker for an additional 10 minutes to allow the glaze to set and the wings to have a glossy finish.
Remove the wings from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the smoked chicken wings hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.9 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.5 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 53.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1016 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 5566 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 178.8 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1814 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
