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Spicy Chipotle Honey Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe with Easy Blue Cheese Dip

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These spicy chipotle honey grilled chicken wings offer a perfect balance of smoky heat and sweet glaze, paired with a creamy, tangy blue cheese dip for a flavorful and crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle powder, smoked and spicy (adjust to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons honey, ideally raw or local
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese (about 75g), tangy variety like Maytag
  • ½ cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt (120g), can substitute sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry 2 pounds (900g) of chicken wings, separating flats and drumettes if needed. Dry wings crisp better on the grill. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 teaspoons chipotle powder, 3 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir until well mixed. If honey is thick, warm slightly in microwave for 10 seconds to help blend.
  3. Toss the wings thoroughly in the marinade until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to 2 hours for deeper flavor. Do not marinate longer than 2 hours to avoid mushy texture.
  4. Prepare the grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F/190°C). Oil the grate lightly to prevent sticking. For charcoal, let coals burn until covered with white ash.
  5. Place wings on the grill spaced out. Cook about 10 minutes per side, flipping once. Watch for flare-ups due to honey glaze. Wings should be golden-brown with some charred spots and glossy from the glaze.
  6. In the last 5 minutes, brush a little extra honey directly onto the wings for a sticky finish. Move wings to a cooler part of the grill if flare-ups get too intense.
  7. Check doneness when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) or juices run clear. Remove wings and let rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  8. While wings grill, mix ½ cup crumbled blue cheese, ½ cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1 minced garlic clove. Season with salt and pepper. Chill dip for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors.
  9. Arrange wings on a serving platter with a bowl of blue cheese dip. Optionally add celery sticks or carrot slices. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Dry wings well before marinating for crispiness. Control grill heat to avoid burning honey glaze. Use indirect heat or move wings if flare-ups occur. Rest wings after grilling for juicy texture. Blue cheese dip can be made ahead and chilled. For dairy-free dip, substitute with cashew-based ranch or avocado-lime crema. Oven baking option: bake at 425°F (220°C) for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway, then broil 2-3 minutes to caramelize glaze.

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