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Crispy Grilled BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe with Tangy Alabama White Sauce

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Crispy grilled chicken wings served with a tangy, creamy Alabama white sauce that offers a unique Southern twist. Perfect for summer cookouts and crowd-pleasing gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds fresh chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Alabama White Sauce:
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry 2 pounds of chicken wings. Toss wings in 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add cayenne pepper if desired. Cover and refrigerate until ready.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates.
  4. Place wings on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 12-15 minutes per side, turning every 5 minutes to avoid burning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove wings from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve with Alabama white sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.

Notes

Pat wings dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Oil the wings instead of the grill grates to prevent sticking. Turn wings often to avoid flare-ups and burning. Do not apply sauce before grilling to keep skin crispy. Let wings rest after grilling to lock in juices. Sauce tastes better after resting in the fridge for a few hours or overnight.

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