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5 from 2 votes
Smoked Pickle Brined Chicken Wings
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs 30 mins
 

An easy brine makes these wings juicy and so full of flavor

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: best, Brine, Brining, Chicken Wings, Easy, Pellet Grill, Pickle Brined, Recipe, Smoked Wings, Smoker Recipes, Summer Recipes, TikTok, Traeger
Servings: 3 pounds
Calories: 547 kcal
Author: Cheri Renee
Ingredients
  • 3 pounds split chicken wings
  • 2 cups pickle juice
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • Old Bay Seasoning
Instructions
  1. Place chicken wings in a gallon size plastic bag. Pour pickle juice into the bag, enough that the wings are completely covered. Add brown sugar into the bag and mix until dissolved. Place the chicken into the fridge for at least 24 hours.

    Note: Recommended to put the plastic bag in a large bowl or container in case of a leak.

  2. After 24 hours, remove the chicken wings from the bag and place on a tray lined with paper towels. Pat them dry with more paper towels. Sprinkle all sides with Old Bay Seasoning.

  3. Put the chicken wings into a smoker or pellet grill set at 250 degrees for two and a half hours, flipping halfway through. Sprinkle with more Old Bay if desired. Check with a thermometer, they should be 170 degrees.

    Note: These can also be baked in a 425 degree oven for 40 minutes.