If you’re looking to turn up the heat at your Independence Day cookout, these 4th of July BBQ smoked hot wings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. In this video, Ukulele Jay shows you step-by-step how to season, smoke, grill, and sauce wings to crispy, flavorful perfection using a bold rub and classic hot wing sauce. Whether you’re hosting a backyard bash or just feeding a hungry crew, these wings will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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In this mouthwatering tutorial, Ukulele Jay takes you through the full process of making 4th of July BBQ smoked hot wings that are guaranteed to impress your guests. Starting with fresh, washed, and thoroughly dried chicken wings, Jay shows the importance of proper prep to ensure a crispy final result. You’ll see how to apply a generous layer of SPG (salt, pepper, garlic) for a foundational flavor, followed by a bold coating of the legendary Dirty Bird Hot Rub to bring the heat. Using a two-stage cooking method, the wings are first smoked low and slow to infuse deep barbecue flavor, then transferred to a hot grill to crisp up the skin to perfection.
As the wings finish on the grill, Jay keeps the energy fun and informative, sharing tips for handling the wings, achieving ideal texture, and maximizing seasoning coverage. Once the wings are beautifully crispy, they’re tossed in a classic Frank’s RedHot wing sauce for that fiery, tangy finish that hot wing lovers crave. Whether you’re planning a backyard bash, fireworks feast, or just want a killer wing recipe, this guide to 4th of July BBQ smoked hot wings has everything you need for the ultimate patriotic party platter.
