Sticky BBQ Chicken Wings

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a sticky, flavorful glaze.

Who is this for?

Serves 4 as a main course or 6 as a snack while having drinks or grilling.

Ingredients:

1 kg chicken drumettes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper

For the glaze:

3 tbsp barbecue sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

You’ll need:

Kugel-BBQ or Kamado
Charcoal or coconut briquettes
Optional: smoking wood (cherry for a sweet smoky flavor)

Here’s how to make it:

Prep
Toss the chicken with oil and spices. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
Grilling
Grill the chicken indirectly at 180 °C. Turn regularly. Cook for 25–30 minutes.
Glaze
Mix the ingredients for the glaze. Brush the chicken with the glaze and grill briefly over direct heat until sticky and caramelized.
Serving
Serve warm, with napkins on the side (this gets messy).

Tip:

Apply two coats for an extra thick, sticky layer.

Sticky BBQ Chicken Wings – fiery, sweet, and addictively delicious.

The perfect setup with Giant Flames

Chicken drumsticks are the ultimate BBQ snack. They don’t need to sit on the grill for hours, but they do require stable heat to cook through, as well as a fiercely hot fire at the end to caramelize that glaze.

Giant Flames charcoal

For a quick, dynamic session like this, our ‘standard’ charcoal is exactly what you need. It heats up lightning fast, is ideal for shorter sessions, and has a subtle base flavor. With a 20-80mm grading, this charcoal ensures even combustion and a stable fire. It is the perfect choice for dishes that are ready within an hour, such as these chicken drumsticks, but also for burgers and vegetables.

Giant Flames smoking wood chips

Chicken and a sweet, fruity aroma go very well together. Especially when working with the honey and barbecue sauce from this glaze! Sprinkle a handful of cherry smoking wood chips over these sticky BBQ chicken drumsticks. Cherry smoking wood gives off a deliciously mild, subtly sweet smoke that pairs perfectly with the chicken drumsticks.

Pitmaster tip: because this session is fast-paced, you naturally don’t want to wait unnecessarily for your coals. Use our kindling wool or firelighters for a quick start, without chemical fumes getting into your chicken.