Name: Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 150 g (1 cup) classic yellow mustard; 43 g (3 tbsp) apple cider vinegar; 84 g (4 tbsp) honey*; 17 g (1 tbsp) ketchup; 14 g (1 tbsp) Tabasco hot sauce; 12 g (1 tbsp) olive oil; 10 g (2 tsp) Worcestershire sauce*; ½ tsp garlic powder*; ½ tsp chili powder; 2 lbs chicken wing sections (drums and flats)

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Indulge in the ultimate summer grilling with our crispy Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce. These easy wings are zone-grilled to perfection, ensuring tender and juicy interiors with a satisfyingly crispy exterior. The Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce is tangy and mustard-forward, with apple cider vinegar, garlic, a touch of sweetness from honey, and a dash of chili pepper heat. With just 20 minutes of cooking time, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for warm-weather gatherings!

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Ingredients needed to make Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce
Elevate Your BBQ Game with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce
Grilling Tips for Perfectly Grilled Chicken Wings
Zone Grilling: Unlocking the Secret to Perfectly Crispy Wings with Tender Insides
Pairing Suggestions: Delicious Side Dishes for Grilled Chicken Wings
What tools do I need to make these Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce
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Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce

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Ingredients needed to make Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce

Chicken wings: Use fresh or frozen chicken wings for this recipe.
Classic yellow mustard: Provides the tangy and zesty flavor base for the sauce.
Apple cider vinegar: Adds a subtle tartness and helps tenderize the meat.
Honey: Balances the flavors and adds a touch of sweetness to the sauce.
Ketchup: Enhances the overall richness and adds a savory element to the sauce.
Tabasco hot sauce: Adds a kick of heat and spiciness to the sauce.
Olive oil: Helps with marinating the wings and prevents sticking on the grill.
Worcestershire sauce: Adds depth of flavor and a hint of umami.
Garlic powder: Infuses the wings with delicious garlic flavor.
Chili powder: Provides a mild heat and earthy flavor to the sauce.

Elevate Your BBQ Game with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce

The Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce owes its signature golden hue to a blend of yellow mustard and easy-to-find pantry ingredients. Infused with apple cider vinegar for a zingy bite, a dash of Tabasco, chili powder, and garlic for a fiery kick, and a touch of honey for sweetness, this tantalizing sauce takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Aside from complementing these Carolina Gold wings, it also pairs beautifully with grilled veggies and salads.

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a cutting board covered with chicken wings

Grilling Tips for Perfectly Grilled Chicken Wings

Learn the secrets to grilling perfectly cooked and irresistibly crispy wings every time with these expert tips:

Start with dry wings: Before grilling, make sure your wings are dry. Pat them with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Dry wings will result in a crispier exterior.
Embrace zone grilling: Utilize the zone grilling technique for optimal results. Preheat one side of the grill to 500 degrees Fahrenheit / 260 degrees Celsius for optimal searing, while keeping the other side on low or no heat for gentle cooking.
Use a flavorful BBQ sauce or seasoning: Enhance the taste of your wings by coating them with a delicious BBQ sauce or your favorite seasoning. This will add depth and richness to the final dish.
Use a meat thermometer: To ensure the wings are cooked to perfection, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The wings should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
Rest for optimal juiciness: After grilling, allow the wings to rest for a few minutes. This short resting period allows the juices to redistribute within the meat, resulting in juicier and more flavorful wings.
Add your favorite dipping sauce: Serve the grilled wings with your favorite dipping sauce for another layer of flavor and personalization. Try this Buttermilk Jalapeno Ranch Dressing!
Serve and enjoy: Once the wings have rested, serve them immediately. Crispy wings are best enjoyed fresh off the grill, ensuring maximum texture and taste.

By following these grilling tips, you'll be able to achieve wings with a delectably crispy exterior and juicy, tender meat that will impress your guests at any barbecue or gathering.

a wooden cutting board with Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce

Zone Grilling: Unlocking the Secret to Perfectly Crispy Wings with Tender Insides

When it comes to grilling Carolina Gold wings, zone grilling is my preferred grilling technique. While there may be subtle variations in zone grilling methods, the fundamental principle remains consistent: starting the wings (or other grilled items) over low or indirect heat on one side of the grill, then finishing them over direct high heat. This expert method ensures the wings retain their juiciness, reaching the perfect internal temperature while achieving irresistible crispiness.

Zone grilling is a fantastic technique for achieving perfectly crispy wings with tender insides. Here's my preferred method:

Preheat your grill: Turn all burners to high and allow the grill to preheat to 500 degrees Fahrenheit / 260 degrees Celcius.
Set up the zones: Lower the burners on one side of the grill to the lowest heat setting. Instead of turning the burner completely off, I recommend keeping it at the lowest setting to maintain a bit more heat. This is especially helpful if you may be working with wings that are still slightly frozen.
Start grilling: Place the chicken wings in even rows on the side of the grill with lowered heat, directly opposite the high-heat side. Let the wings cook for 7-8 minutes on the first side (adjust the time based on the size of the wings), then flip them and cook the other side for an additional 7-8 minutes. One way to tell if your wings need more time is if they stick to the grill when you go to turn them. If they stick badly, allow them to cook for another minute or so, then try flipping again. As you flip the wings, rearrange them so that the row closest to the flame during the first cooking period is moved to the farthest row away from the flame for the second side.
Check internal temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the wings reaches at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit / 74 degrees Celcius.
Finish by charring and basting the wings: Once the wings are cooked through on the low-heat side, turn off the burners on that side. Transfer the wings to the high-heat side of the grill. Grill the first side of the wings for 1 minute, then flip the wings and baste the charred side in Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce while the opposite side chars for 1 minute. Flip the wings again and baste the opposite side with sauce while the first side chars for 1 minute further. Flip a final time and allow the second basted side to cook for one minute further. When finished, each side of the wings should have received a total of 2 minutes of direct high heat, resulting in beautiful charred grill marks and perfectly cooked wings!

A note for charcoal grills:

For charcoal grills, you will want to utilize coals on only one side of your grill (your high-heat zone) and leave the opposite side of the grill coal-free (your indirect-heat zone).

a wooden cutting board with chicken wings covered in carolina gold sauce

Pairing Suggestions: Delicious Side Dishes for Grilled Chicken Wings

To elevate your experience with Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce, consider serving them alongside these delectable side dishes for summer grilling:

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What tools do I need to make these Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce

A gas or charcoal grill
Grill tongs
A meat thermometer
A basting brush
A small mixing bowl or weck jar
A small whisk or small spatula

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Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce

Author: Whip & Wander
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 2 pounds 1x
Category: Mains, Appetizers & Bites
Method: Grill
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

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Indulge in the ultimate summer grilling with our crispy Grilled Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce. These easy wings are zone-grilled to perfection, ensuring tender and juicy interiors with a satisfyingly crispy exterior. The Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce is tangy and mustard-forward, with apple cider vinegar, garlic, a touch of sweetness from honey, and a dash of chili pepper heat. With just 20 minutes of cooking time, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for warm-weather gatherings!

Ingredients

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150 g (1 cup) classic yellow mustard
43 g (3 tbsp) apple cider vinegar
84 g (4 tbsp) honey*
17 g (1 tbsp) ketchup
14 g (1 tbsp) Tabasco hot sauce
12 g (1 tbsp) olive oil
10 g (2 tsp) Worcestershire sauce*
½ tsp garlic powder*
½ tsp chili powder
2 lbs chicken wing sections (drums and flats)

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Instructions

Preheat your grill: Turn all burners to high and allow the grill to preheat to 500 degrees Fahrenheit / 260 degrees Celcius.
Make the Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce: While the grill preheats, in a small glass mixing bowl or jar, whisk together the mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, ketchup, Tabasco, olive oil, Worcestershire, garlic powder, and chili powder until smooth. Reserve the sauce to the side.
Set up the zones: Lower the burners on one side of the grill to the lowest heat setting. Instead of turning the burner completely off, I recommend keeping it at the lowest setting to maintain a bit more heat. This is especially helpful if you may be working with wings that are still frozen.
Start grilling: Place the chicken wings in even rows on the side of the grill with lowered heat, directly opposite the high-heat side. Let the wings cook for 7-8 minutes on the first side (adjust the time based on the size of the wings), then flip them and cook the other side for an additional 7-8 minutes. One way to tell if your wings need more time is if they stick to the grill when you go to turn them. If they stick badly, allow them to cook for another minute or so, then try flipping again. As you flip the wings, rearrange them so that the row closest to the flame during the first cooking period is moved to the farthest row away from the flame for the second side.
Check internal temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the wings reaches at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit / 74 degrees Celcius.
Finish by charring and basting the wings: Once the wings are cooked through on the low-heat side, turn off the burners on that side. Transfer the wings to the high-heat side of the grill. Grill the first side of the wings for 1 minute, then flip the wings and baste the charred side in Carolina Gold Mustard BBQ Sauce while the opposite side chars for 1 minute. Flip the wings again and baste the opposite side with sauce while the first side chars for 1 minute further. Flip a final time and allow the second basted side to cook for one minute further. When finished, each side of the wings should have received a total of 2 minutes of direct high heat, resulting in beautiful charred grill marks and perfectly cooked wings!
Briefly rest the wings for optimal juiciness: After grilling, allow the wings to rest for a few minutes. This short resting period allows the juices to redistribute within the meat, resulting in juicier and more flavorful wings.
Serve and enjoy: Once the wings have rested, serve them immediately. Crispy wings are best enjoyed fresh off the grill, ensuring maximum texture and taste. Add your favorite dipping sauce: Serve the grilled wings with your favorite dipping sauce for another layer of flavor and personalization. Try this Buttermilk Jalapeno Ranch Dressing!

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