By Traeger Kitchen
98 Reviews
These smoked buffalo wings are the #1 seed for a reason. The tangy-spice of the buffalo sauce combined with fall-off-the-bone wood-fired flavour makes a classic even better. If you like your sauce super hot, feel free to add a pinch of cayenne.
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Pellets
4 Pound | chicken wings |
1 Tablespoon | cornstarch |
To Taste | Traeger Chicken Rub |
To Taste | kosher salt |
1/4 Cup | spicy mustard |
1/2 Cup | Frank's RedHot Sauce |
6 Tablespoon | unsalted butter |
Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping |
Step 1
When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 375℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes.
375 ˚F / 191 ˚C
Step 2
While the grill is preheating, dry the chicken wings with a paper towel. Place the wings in a large bowl and sprinkle with the cornstarch, Traeger Chicken Rub, and salt. Toss to coat the wings all over.
4 Pound chicken wings
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
To Taste Traeger Chicken Rub
To Taste kosher salt
Step 3
Place the chicken wings directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook, turning halfway, until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F but ideally 175-180°F for the best texture, about 35 minutes.
00:35
175 ˚F / 79 ˚C
Step 4
Meanwhile, make the buffalo sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the Frank's RedHot, mustard, and butter. Cook over medium-low heat, whisking to combine, until the butter is melted and the sauce is warmed through. Cover and keep warm until ready to use.
1/4 Cup spicy mustard
1/2 Cup Frank's RedHot Sauce
6 Tablespoon unsalted butter
Step 5
Transfer the wings to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss with tongs to coat.
Step 6
Return the wings to the grill, close the lid, and cook for another 10-15 minutes, until the sauce sets.
00:10
Step 7
Serve the wings with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. Enjoy!
Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping
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