Description
Discover a simple grilled chicken wings marinade that delivers juicy, flavorful wings every time. Quick, tasty, and perfect for any gatherin
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings (drumettes and flats, separated if desired)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps the sauce cling and prevents steaming.
- Make the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until fully blended.
- Marinate: Add the wings to the bowl, tossing to coat each piece evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2–4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium‑high (about 375°F). If using a charcoal grill, let the coals burn down to a steady heat.
- Grill the wings: Place the wings on the grill, turning every 5–6 minutes. Cook for 20–25 minutes total, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is crisp and slightly charred.
- Finish: Once cooked, transfer the wings to a serving platter. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for a fresh pop of color.
- Serve: Pair with your favorite dipping sauce, celery sticks, or a simple side salad.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, pat the wings dry again before grilling.
- If you like a smoky flavor, add a splash of liquid smoke to the marinade.
- To avoid flare‑ups, keep a spray bottle of water nearby and spray the grill grates lightly.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the wings are safely cooked.
- Let the wings rest for 5 minutes after grilling; this locks in juices.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Chicken recipes
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: grilled chicken wings marinade simple