Crock Pot Chicken Wings with BBQ Sauce Recipe
This Crock Pot Chicken Wings recipe offers tender, flavorful wings cooked low and slow for the perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture. Tossed in a smoky, slightly spicy rub and finished under the broiler with a BBQ sauce glaze, these wings are sure to be a crowd-pleaser for game day or any casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken Wings
- 3 pounds chicken wings
Rub Blend
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon ground oregano
BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce, divided
Instructions
- Mix the Rub: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, onion powder, and ground oregano until evenly blended.
- Season the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry and season both sides thoroughly with the prepared rub to ensure full flavor absorption.
- Prepare the Crock Pot: Lightly spray the bottom and sides of the crock pot with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking, then arrange the seasoned wings evenly in the pot.
- Coat with BBQ Sauce: Pour half a cup of BBQ sauce over the wings and toss gently to coat them well, distributing the sauce evenly.
- Slow Cook the Wings: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, or on high for 1 to 2 hours, until the wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F and are tender.
- Broil for Finish: Carefully remove the wings and place them on a wire rack set atop a lined baking sheet. Brush with the remaining ½ cup of BBQ sauce, then broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce caramelizes and becomes sticky. Flip halfway through broiling if desired for even caramelization.
Notes
- Ensure wings are fully cooked by checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F with a meat thermometer.
- Use a wire rack on the baking sheet during broiling to allow even heat circulation and prevent sogginess.
- Adjust chili powder quantity for desired heat level.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil a bit longer but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Leftover wings keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.
