Can I use wing sections instead of whole wings?

Yes. Split wings or wing sections will work well; they may cook a little faster than whole wings, so start checking early for doneness.

How do I know when the wings are done?

The safest and best cue is an internal temperature of 165F in the thickest part of the wing, away from the bone. They should also be nicely charred and the skin should look crisped in spots.

Can I baste these wings while grilling?

Yes. The recipe suggests optional barbecue sauce or garlic butter for basting. If you baste, do it near the end of cooking so the sugars in the sauce or blend do not burn too quickly.

What if I only have a gas grill?

That works fine. Grill over medium-high heat with the lid closed and flip every five minutes or so, then pull the wings when they reach 165F.

Can I make them less spicy or sweeter?

You can use a lighter coating of The Spice House Maple Mesquite Blend for a milder result, or brush with a little barbecue sauce near the end to emphasize the sweet side.

How should I serve these wings?

Serve them hot off the grill as an appetizer or snack. They pair well with classic picnic or barbecue sides like slaw, potato salad, or celery and dip.

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Grilled Maple Mesquite Chicken Wings

Name: Grilled Maple Mesquite Chicken Wings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 dozen whole chicken wings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 whole chicken wings; 2-3 heaping tablespoons The Spice House Maple Mesquite Blend; optional barbecue sauce or garlic butter for basting

Sweet, spicy, and oh so simple. These chicken wings are only two ingredients, but are incredibly delicious.

Yield: 1 dozen whole chicken wings

Ingredients

12 whole chicken wings
2-3 heaping tablespoons Maple Mesquite Blend
optional barbecue sauce or garlic butter for basting

Preparation Instructions:

Rinse wins in cold water. Pat wings dry and coat thoroughly with spice rub.

For charcoal grill:
Situate coals so you have two heat zones; high heat and low heat. Grill wings over low heat for the first portion of cooking time with the lid closed, turn after 5-7 minutes. When wings have cooked most of the way, finish them over the hot coals to give them a nice final char. This will also help caramelize the sugar in the spice blend. Wings are fully cooked when internal temperature reaches 165F.

For gas grill:
Grill over medium-high heat with the lid closed, flipping wings every five minutes or so. Remove from grill once internal temperature reaches 165F.

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Whole wings are easier to manage on a grill, but you can slice these into drums and flaps if desired.

If you do not have a grill you can make these easily in the oven. Bake at 350 F on a raised rack for 20 mins, finish under the broiler to get the skin crispy and sugar in the spice blend caramelized.

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