Zero to 400 Chicken Wings
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There’s nothing better than a wing recipe that makes your guests think you spent hours babysitting the smoker, when in reality, all you did was set it, forget it, and bring the flavor. Enter 0–400 Wings—a backyard BBQ hack that turns ordinary chicken into perfectly crispy, smoky, saucy wings with almost zero effort.
The secret? You don’t preheat your smoker. That’s right—wings go on cold, and as the temp climbs to 400°F, the magic happens. The Birdie Seasoning lays down bold, savory flavor, while a double sauce combo of Franks Red Hot and Sweet Baby Rays gives you the ultimate “sweet heat” finish.
These are the wings that’ll have your neighbors peeking over the fence.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1–2 packs Chicken Wingettes
- 1–2 packs Chicken Drumettes
- Little Lu’s BBQ Birdie Seasoning
- Franks Red Hot Sauce
- Sweet Baby Rays BBQ Sauce
Step 1: Season Like You Mean It
Lay out your wingettes and drumettes. Coat both sides generously with Birdie Seasoning and let them rest for 15–20 minutes. This helps the flavor really grab hold of the meat.
Step 2: Cold Start Magic
Place the seasoned wings on your smoker before turning it on. Close the lid and let them hang out while you get things rolling.
Step 3: Fire It Up
Turn on the smoker and set it to 400°F. Let the wings ride through the startup process—about 40 minutes—while the heat and smoke do their thing.
Step 4: The Flip
After 40 minutes, flip your wings. Let them cook another 15–20 minutes, or until you hit your perfect level of crispness.
Step 5: Sauce & Set
Toss the wings in a half-and-half mix of Franks Red Hot and Sweet Baby Rays. Return them to the smoker for 10–15 minutes so the sauce gets sticky, smoky, and absolutely irresistible.
💡 Pro Tips
- Crispier skin? Leave the wings on the higher side of the smoker’s heat zone for that golden crunch.
- Spice it up! Add a dash of cayenne or chili flakes into your sauce blend if you want extra kick.
- Serve ‘em right. Pair with ranch or blue cheese dip, and don’t forget some celery for crunch.