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BBQ Turkey Wings

BBQ Turkey Wings

By Austen Granger

Game day meets Thanksgiving with this recipe for smoked-grilled turbo-size wings.

Prep Time

20 Min

Cook Time

2 Hr

Pellets

Cherry

Ingredients

This recipe serves:

3

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Units of Measurement:
dry brine
1 Tablespoon paprika
1 1/2 Tablespoon kosher salt
2 Teaspoon garlic powder
2 Teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 Teaspoon chili powder
1 1/2 Teaspoon brown sugar
3 turkey wings, cut into pieces at the joint (wing tips left on or cut off)
Sauce
3/4 Cup Traeger 'Que BBQ Sauce
1/4 Cup Traeger Original Hot Sauce
3 Tablespoon unsalted butter
2 Tablespoon molasses
2 Tablespoon bourbon
This recipe serves:

3

Activating this element will cause content on the page to be updated.
Units of Measurement:
dry brine
1 Tablespoon paprika
1 1/2 Tablespoon kosher salt
2 Teaspoon garlic powder
2 Teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 Teaspoon chili powder
1 1/2 Teaspoon brown sugar
3 turkey wings, cut into pieces at the joint (wing tips left on or cut off)
Sauce
3/4 Cup Traeger 'Que BBQ Sauce
1/4 Cup Traeger Original Hot Sauce
3 Tablespoon unsalted butter
2 Tablespoon molasses
2 Tablespoon bourbon

Steps

  • 1

    Dry brine the wings: Set a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Combine the spices for the dry rub in a small bowl. Mix well. Pat the wings dry and season all over with all the rub. Place wings on the rack and refrigerate uncovered for at least 4 hours an up to 24 hours.

  • 2

    Make the BBQ sauce: Combine all the sauce ingredients in a pan and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until butter the is melted. Set aside.

  • 3

    When ready to cook, preheat the Traeger with the lid closed to 275°F; this will take 10 to 15 minutes.

  • 4

    Holding a leave in thermometer parallel to the work surface insert into the thickest part of the wing (drumette) avoiding the bone as much as possible. Place the wings on the grill and cook, flipping occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 185°F. 1 ½ to 2 hours; the time will vary depending on the size of the wings, the weather, and your grill.

    275 ˚F / 135 ˚C

    185 ˚F / 85 ˚C

  • 5

    Brush the wings liberally with the BBQ sauce cook briefly to set the sauce, about another 5 minutes. Enjoy!

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