Smoked Lemon Pepper Wings

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Method

Prepare the Chicken Wings:
  1. Pat your chicken wings dry with paper towels. Toss wings in olive oil, then season evenly with kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, lemon pepper seasoning, and black pepper. Mix well to fully coat the wings.
Fire Up the Smoker or Grill:
  1. Preheat your smoker or grill to 325°F using indirect heat. Add hickory wood chunks or chips to build that deep smoky flavor.
Smoke the Wings:
  1. Place the seasoned wings on a wire rack or grill grates over indirect heat. Smoke for 45–55 minutes, flipping halfway through. Aim for an internal temperature of 175–185°F for crispy skin and juicy meat.
Make the Garlic Lemon Pepper Sauce:
  1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (1–2 minutes). Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, cracked black pepper, and salt. For a flavor boost, you can add honey or hot sauce.
Toss and Finish the Wings:
  1. Once wings are done, remove from the grill and immediately toss in the garlic lemon pepper butter sauce. Optionally, place wings back on the grill for 2–3 minutes to caramelize the glaze.

Final Thoughts

These Smoked Garlic Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are everything you want from a backyard BBQ recipe — smoky, juicy, crispy, and packed with bright, savory flavor. They’re easy enough for beginners and delicious enough to impress even seasoned pitmasters. Fire up your smoker, grab a few friends, and enjoy the best lemon pepper wings you’ve ever had. Get the rest of my recipes in the link below!

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