If your idea of a perfect summer evening includes a hot grill, cold drinks, and everyone reaching for "just one more wing," this recipe belongs on your menu.
These grilled chicken wings are coated with Sweet Applewood Barbecue Rub & Seasoning, creating a smoky, slightly sweet crust that's packed with flavor. Then comes the real game changer: a creamy Alabama White Sauce with a tangy kick from Bourbon Barrel Aged Balsamic, fresh lemon, and just enough horseradish to keep things interesting.
The result? Crispy skin, juicy chicken, and a dipping sauce so good you'll find yourself looking around for something else to dunk in it after the wings disappear.
Whether you're feeding the family, hosting a backyard cookout, or watching the game with friends, these wings are guaranteed to disappear faster than you can say, "Who took the last one?"
Grilled Chicken Wings with Alabama White Sauce
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 3 pounds chicken wings (drums and flats)
- 1/4 cup Sweet Applewood Barbecue Rub & Seasoning
For the Alabama White Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Bourbon Barrel Aged Balsamic
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 tablespoon Sweet Applewood Barbecue Rub & Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- 1/2 teaspoon Smokey Bacon Infused Sea Salt
- Carrot sticks, for serving
- Celery sticks, for serving
Directions
1. Fire Up the Grill
Preheat your grill to 400°F.
2. Season the Wings
Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Coat generously with the Sweet Applewood Barbecue Rub & Seasoning, making sure every piece is evenly covered. Let the wings rest for about 10 minutes while the grill finishes heating.
3. Grill Until Crispy
Place the wings on the grill and cook, turning every 5 minutes until the skin is beautifully caramelized and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Depending on the size of your wings, this usually takes 15 to 20 minutes.
4. Mix the Sauce
While the wings cook, whisk together:
- Mayonnaise
- Bourbon Barrel Aged Balsamic
- Lemon juice
- Sweet Applewood Barbecue Rub & Seasoning
- Horseradish
- Smokey Bacon Infused Sea Salt
Mix until smooth and creamy.
5. Serve & Enjoy
Pile the hot wings onto a platter with carrot sticks, celery sticks, and a generous bowl of Alabama White Sauce for dipping.
Don't be surprised if the sauce disappears before the wings do.
Chivilla Bay Tips
🔥 Want even crispier wings? Let the seasoned wings rest uncovered in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes before grilling.
🍗 Cooking for a crowd? Double the Alabama White Sauce. Trust us. You'll be glad you did.
🌶️ Like a little heat? Stir a pinch of cayenne pepper or your favorite hot sauce into the white sauce for an extra kick.
🥗 Complete the meal with grilled corn, potato salad, watermelon slices, or a crisp summer coleslaw.
Why We Love This Recipe
Some wing recipes are all about the heat. Others are all about the sauce.
This one delivers both smoky barbecue flavor and a bright, tangy finish that keeps every bite balanced. It's a recipe that's simple enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough for your next backyard barbecue.
One batch probably won't be enough.
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