Buffalo Chicken Wings on the Grill: Ultimate Game Day Staple

Craving something spicy and crispy for your next tailgate or football party? Buffalo chicken wings on the grill are the perfect choice! Whether you’re firing up a gas or charcoal grill, this step-by-step guide will help you nail that crispy, spicy goodness every time. Let’s dive into the recipe and get those wings sizzling!

Grilled Buffalo chicken wings ready to serve.

Ingredients for Grilled Buffalo Chicken Wings

Here’s what you’ll need to whip up these crowd-pleasing wings, straight from Diego “El Fuego” Morales’ playbook:

• 4 pounds of chicken wings—chop those tips off, amigos, we don’t mess around!
• 1 clove of garlic, minced finer than a San Antonio street deal
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice for that zesty punch—boom!
• ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil, ‘cause we’re keeping it rich and real
• 1 teaspoon of kosher salt—gotta season like a boss
• ¼ cup of Frank’s Original Hot Sauce to light that fire
• 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper—bring the heat, compadre!
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper, ‘cause we grind hard

Sauce Ingredients

For that Buffalo sauce that’ll have ‘em begging for more, round up these bad boys:

• 1/4 cup of Frank’s Original Hot Sauce—accept no substitutes
• 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar for that tangy edge
• 1 tablespoon of honey—sweetness to balance the blaze
• 1/2 cup of melted unsalted butter, smooth as my food truck hustle
• 1 teaspoon of corn starch mixed into the butter—keeps it thick, not slick

Tools You’ll Need

Get your gear ready before you step up to the flame:

• Gas grill or charcoal grill—your call, but I’m all about that open fire vibe
• Tongs—flip those wings like you own the block

How to Grill Buffalo Chicken Wings

Ready to cook like a king? Follow my lead and own that grill:

1. Whisk up the olive oil, hot sauce, garlic, lemon juice, salt, cayenne, and black pepper like you’re mixing a street anthem. Toss those wings in it—coat ‘em good.
2. Throw the wings in a plastic bag, squeeze out the air like you’re dodging the cops, and seal it tight. Let ‘em chill in the fridge for 2-4 hours—flavors gotta marinate, homie.
3. Meanwhile, whip up that Buffalo sauce—but hold off on the toss ‘til the grill does its thing.
4. Crank your grill to medium-high, about 450°F. We’re talking mesquite-level heat here, so bring it.
5. Slap those wings on the grill, skin side down. Let ‘em sizzle for 5 minutes, then flip ‘em like a pro.
6. Keep the fire dance going for another 10 minutes, flipping as needed. Move ‘em around—don’t let ‘em stick or burn.
7. After 25 minutes total, those wings are crispy, cooked, and screaming flavor—grill game on lock!
8. Toss ‘em in that Buffalo sauce—get every inch dripping with that bold, spicy goodness.
9. Serve ‘em up with crunchy carrot sticks, crisp celery, and your go-to dipping sauce. Let’s eat, familia!

Grilling Tips and More

Wanna flex harder? Check out our guide on grilling techniques—I’ve got tricks that’ll make your crew jealous. Curious about where Buffalo wings came from? Hit up National Chicken Wing Day for the backstory.

How do you spice up your grilled Buffalo chicken wings? Drop your sauciest ideas or dipping moves in the comments—I’m always down to steal a good play!