Smoked Chicken Wings with Spicy Ranch is a delightful dish that combines the deep, smoky flavors of chicken wings with the zesty kick of a chipotle-infused ranch dressing. The wings are seasoned with a robust blend of spices, including garlic, onion, paprika, and optional chili powder for an extra spicy touch. They are slowly smoked to perfection, ensuring every bite is infused with a rich smokiness, then crisped up at a high heat for the perfect texture.
Served alongside a homemade spicy ranch dressing that balances creaminess with a hint of heat from chipotle peppers, this dish is perfect for those who appreciate a dynamic flavor experience. Ideal for gatherings, game days, or a flavorful family meal, it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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For the chicken wings
2 lbs chicken wings
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp sea salt
2 tsp pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp chili powder (optional for a spicy kick)
For the spicy ranch
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup buttermilk
1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped (adjust based on your heat preference)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried dill
1 tsp dried chives
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Juice of half a lemon
Servings4-6
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
1 hr 20 min
How to make the chicken wings
Rinse the chicken wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, mix the baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder. Add the chicken wings and toss to coat evenly.
Preheat your smoker to 180°F (82°C).
Arrange the wings on the smoker racks, ensuring they do not touch to allow for even smoke circulation. Smoke the wings for about 1 hour to infuse them with a smoky flavor.
Increase the smoker's temperature to 450°F (232°C) and cook the wings for an additional 5 minutes to crisp the skin. Remove the wings from the smoker and serve with spicy ranch dressing.
How to make the spicy ranch
In a mixing bowl, blend the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth. Add finely chopped chipotle peppers and a teaspoon of adobo sauce to the bowl. Mix in garlic powder, onion powder, dill, chives, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon and whisk everything together thoroughly.
Refrigerate the dressing for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Use the ranch as a dipping sauce for the smoked wings or as a dressing for salads.
