By Becky Hardin
Updated Jun 10, 2025
Grilled Chicken Wings are juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and delightfully flavorful! If you have a grill in your backyard, follow this foolproof recipe for perfectly grilled chicken wings every time.
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Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe
I’ve been grilling chicken wings all summer, and this recipe is hands-down one of my favorites. I love how simple it is—just marinated wings slapped on the grill until they’re charred, crispy, and juicy inside. It’s my go-to for backyard cookouts and game days, especially when I want finger-licking flavor without fuss. These wings always get devoured in minutes—and that grill-kissed aroma? Irresistible every time
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- ▢ ⅔ cup all-purpose flour use gluten free if required
- ▢ 4 tablespoons paprika
- ▢ 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ▢ 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- ▢ 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ▢ 20 chicken wings flats and drumettes, separated, if using frozen thaw first
- ▢ dipping sauce for serving
- ▢ fresh parsley for garnish
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Instructions
- Preheat a gas grill to medium heat, about 350°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, and salt, and pepper. ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- Place each chicken wing in the flour mixture. Fully coat both sides of each wing. 20 chicken wings
- Place the wings side-by-side on the grill, crowding them together so they are all touching. Grill for 20 minutes, flipping the wings every 5 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired. dipping sauce, fresh parsley
Becky’s Tips
- Use a knife to check the color inside a wing—if it’s white and cooked through, it’s safe to eat. You can also use an instant-read thermometer. When the internal temperature reads 165°F, the wings are done.
- To prepare in the air fryer, heat to 400°F and cook for about 18 minutes, flipping halfway through. Air fryer chicken wings won’t have that same great smoky grilled flavor, though.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Grilled Chicken Wings Step by Step
Get the grill going: Preheat a gas grill to medium heat, about 350°F.
Prepare the seasoning : In a small bowl, combine the ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and 2 teaspoons ground black pepper.
Coat the wings: Place each chicken wing in the flour mixture. Fully coat both sides of each wing.
Grill the wings: Place the wings side-by-side on the grill, crowding them together so they are all touching. Grill for 20 minutes, flipping the wings every 5 minutes.
Serve and enjoy : Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired.
Variations
For a little spice, I often add a pinch of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes to the flour mixture in step 2, or I’ll baste the finished wings in honey mixed with crushed red pepper flakes for hot honey wings! Either way, I always get a nice hint of spice.
How to Store
Store leftover grilled wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven on a wire rack set in a rimmed baking sheet for 5-10 minutes, or until warmed through.
Freeze grilled chicken wings in a single layer on a lined baking sheet until solid, about 1-2 hours. Transfer to an airtight container or Ziplock bag to store for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. I don’t recommend making these wings ahead of time. They’re best enjoyed fresh off the grill.
Serving Suggestions
Can’t have wings without sauce! I love these served with this savory homemade BBQ sauce , a spicy homemade Buffalo Sauce , or this cool homemade ranch dressing . In addition to dipping sauce, I love serving these wings with sliced fresh veggies like celery, carrots, or bell peppers.
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Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup all-purpose flour use gluten free if required
- 4 tablespoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 20 chicken wings flats and drumettes, separated, if using frozen thaw first
- dipping sauce for serving
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a gas grill to medium heat, about 350°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, and salt, and pepper. ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- Place each chicken wing in the flour mixture. Fully coat both sides of each wing. 20 chicken wings
- Place the wings side-by-side on the grill, crowding them together so they are all touching. Grill for 20 minutes, flipping the wings every 5 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired. dipping sauce, fresh parsley
Video
Notes
- Use a knife to check the color inside a wing—if it’s white and cooked through, it’s safe to eat. You can also use an instant-read thermometer. When the internal temperature reads 165°F, the wings are done.
- To prepare in the air fryer, heat to 400°F and cook for about 18 minutes, flipping halfway through. Air fryer chicken wings won’t have that same great smoky grilled flavor, though.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
