Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings
Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings are going to quickly become your favorite wing. The skin gets perfectly crispy on the grill, and this sauce will rival any you can get at your local wing joint. Skip the frier and get grilling!
Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings
These wings are probably the best thing that my husband has ever made. He's been making these wings for a number of years now, but I finally got him to write up the recipe for me and took a few pictures before they were inhaled by everyone.
The kids LOVE these. They are a bit spicy, but nothing too crazy. Unless you are ultra-sensitive to any heat, you should be able to handle it.
These Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings are the kind of backyard food that gets people circling the grill. You've got a simple dry rub that builds a savory base, then a sticky, punchy glaze with General Tsao sauce, soy, sriracha, and a little ginger to wake everything up. Grilling keeps the skin crisp and adds that smoky edge you can't fake in the oven. This is a strong pick for game day, cookouts, or an easy weekend dinner where everyone grabs wings straight off the platter. If you like sweet heat and salty bite, these are going to disappear fast.
Why You'll Love This Dish
- Crispy Skin From The Grill - Medium heat and steady flipping builds crunch without frying.
- Sweet Heat Glaze - General Tsao plus sriracha hits that sticky-spicy craving.
- Fast Prep - Simple rub, quick sauce, no long marinating needed.
- Easy To Scale - Works for a small dinner or a big platter for parties.
- Sauce Goes On At The End - Big flavor without burning or bitter char.
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Recipe Shopping List
Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Chicken Wings - Fresh wings crisp up well; split flats and drums cook more evenly.
- Johnny's Seasoning Salt - Adds savory seasoning fast; any seasoned salt works in the same amount.
- Paprika - Color and mild warmth; smoked paprika adds extra grill-friendly flavor.
- Onion Powder - Builds that roasted-allium note without burning on the grill.
- Garlic Salt - Salty garlic punch; swap garlic powder plus a pinch of salt if needed.
- House Of Tsang General Tsao Sauce - Sweet-savory base for the glaze; other General Tso-style sauces work too.
- Soy Sauce - Salty depth that balances the sweet glaze; low-sodium is fine if you prefer.
- Sriracha - Heat with a little tang; chili garlic sauce is a good swap.
- Fresh Ginger - Bright bite that keeps the sauce tasting lively; grated ginger paste works too.
How To Make This Recipe
This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
- Prep Wings - Separate the joints of the wings, throw out the end portion, and then season the wings liberally with the spice rub.
- Grill - Place on your grill over medium heat, and turn the wings often to ensure even cooking without scorching.
- Make Sauce - While the wings are grilling, mix together all of the sauce ingredients.
- Enjoy - Toss the wings with the sauce and serve immediately, and with lots of napkins.
Recipe FAQ
Cool completely, then refrigerate in an airtight container up to 4 days. Keep extra sauce separate if you want to keep the skin crisp.
Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 375°F until hot and the skin tightens back up. Microwave works, yet the skin softens.
Yes. Season the wings and refrigerate uncovered for a few hours or overnight. Mix the sauce ahead and store in the fridge, then toss after grilling.
Yes. Bake on a rack at 425°F until crisp and 165°F inside, then toss in sauce at the end. Broil briefly if you want more browning.
For less heat, cut sriracha down. For more heat, add more sriracha or a pinch of cayenne to the rub. For a brighter sauce, add a squeeze of lime at serving.
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Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings
This is my favorite wing sauce, ever, and the best way to grill wings. Simple and delicious!
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds fresh chicken wings
- 2 teaspoons Johnny's Seasoning Salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
Sauce:
- ½ cup House of Tsang General Tsao Sauce
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ginger
Instructions
- Separate wing sections and discard wingtip. Combine dry rub ingredients, and sprinkle evenly over wings.
- Preheat grill to medium (about 375-400°) and place wings over heat turning frequently.
- Cook for 30-45 minutes, or until they reach a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, and the skin is crispy.
- Remove from grill, and combine sauce ingredients. Toss wings in sauce, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1078Total Fat: 74gSaturated Fat: 26gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 41gCholesterol: 248mgSodium: 4159mgCarbohydrates: 47gFiber: 2gSugar: 13gProtein: 54g
Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate.
these wings look amazing! definitely don't make grilled chicken enough, definitely craving some right now.
I had never seen the General Tsao sauce before. Walked down the Asian aisle and there it was.. A new item and had a 75 cent coupon.. Chaching.. I will be making these tomorrow tailgating..
Don't you love it when that happens?? We LOVE that stuff. How did the wings turn out?
These looks great! Perfect for a summer party.
Thanks, Erin! They really are amazing. My favorite!
Johnny's seasoning Salt?
Yup! It is an all-purpose seasoning salt. Another comparable one would be Lawry's, if you are in another part of the country.
Hello Nicole Johnson wow you have solved my problem i have a party in next week at my place but i have a confusion what is Johnny’s seasoning Salt. If i can not get it in my area than please suggest me alternative of it.
Hey Mickey! Any "seasoning salt" will do. Lawry's is another great one that is common in many parts of the country.
What is Johnny's Seasoning salt? I have never cook with salt or salt mixed products so I may be out of the picture here. I have never seen or heard of this product.
It is similar to Lawry's seasoning salt. Here's a link! https://amzn.to/2LjUw4Q
Can u cook the wings on a flat grill?
I'm not sure what you mean by a flat grill? You should be able to cook them on whatever type of grill you have though (gas, charcoal, pellet, offset, etc).