Barbecued Chicken Wings with Chipotle and Soy Glaze

Sweet, smoky, and just the right amount of spicy, these barbecued chicken wings are glazed with a bold chipotle-soy-orange sauce that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Bursting with citrus and heat, they’re a finger-licking crowd favorite perfect for any BBQ.

May 29, 2024

Instructions

Step 1

In a food processor or blender combine the marinade/glaze ingredients. Process until the mixture is well blended, 2 - 3 minutes.

Step 2

Place the wings in a large, resealable plastic bag and pour in 240 milliliters of the marinade. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade, place in a large bowl and refrigerate for 2 - 4 hours, turning occasionally.

Step 3

Pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat on a stove. Continue to boil until the liquid is slightly thickened and reduced to a scant 230 millilitres, 8 to 10 minutes, whisking occasionally and lowering the heat if necessary so it doesn't burn. Remove from the heat. Transfer about half of the glaze to a small bowl for brushing on the wings at the end of grilling. Reserve the remaining glaze in a separate bowl for serving alongside the wings.

Step 4

Prepare the grill for direct cooking over low heat (120°C to 180°C).

Step 5

Remove wings from the bag and discard the marinade. Season the wings with the pepper.

Step 6

Brush the cooking grates clean. Grill the wings over direct low heat, with the lid closed, until the meat is no longer pink at the bone, 20 - 25 minutes, turning occasionally and watching closely to avoid over browning. Brush the wings with the reserved glaze during the last 5 minutes of grilling time. Remove from the grill and serve the wings hot with the remaining glaze alongside for dipping.