Introduction

Crispy, juicy, and packed with bold buffalo flavor, these Idaho Buffalo-Style Grilled Chicken Wings are grilled to perfection on the Arteflame. The intense heat of the center grill grate locks in the juices, while the flat top cooktop ensures an even, golden sear. Tossed in a tangy buffalo sauce and served with creamy ranch, these wings are the ultimate grilled appetizer.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• Ranch dressing, for serving
• Celery and carrot sticks, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place them in the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the oil-soaked napkins.
3. Light the napkins and allow the fire to build up. The grill will be ready for cooking in about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Prep the chicken wings

1. Pat the wings dry with paper towels.
2. In a large bowl, toss the wings with baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.

Step 3: Sear the wings on the center grill grate

1. Place the wings on the center grill grate for about 1-2 minutes per side to create a perfect sear.
2. Once seared, move them to the flat top cooktop to cook through.

Step 4: Finish cooking on the flat cooktop

1. Move the wings to the flat griddle cooktop, positioning them in a medium heat zone.
2. Cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they reach an internal temperature of 170°F.
3. Remove them from the grill when they reach 155°F, as they will continue cooking off the heat.

Step 5: Make the buffalo sauce

1. On the flat cooktop, melt the butter in a heat-safe spot.
2. Stir in hot sauce, white vinegar, and honey until well combined.

Step 6: Toss and serve

1. Place the cooked wings in a large bowl.
2. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly.
3. Serve hot with ranch dressing, celery, and carrot sticks.

Tips

• For extra crispiness, dry the wings thoroughly before seasoning.
• Use high-quality firewood for a steady, consistent heat.
• Adjust wing placement on the griddle to control cooking speed based on heat zones.
• Let the wings rest for a few minutes after grilling to allow juices to redistribute.

Variations

1. Garlic Parmesan Wings: Substitute buffalo sauce with melted butter, minced garlic, and grated parmesan.
2. Honey BBQ Wings: Swap out hot sauce for your favorite BBQ sauce and add a touch of honey.
3. Spicy Mango Wings: Mix mango puree with hot sauce for a sweet and spicy twist.
4. Lemon Pepper Wings: Toss wings in melted butter, lemon zest, and cracked black pepper.
5. Teriyaki Wings: Use a teriyaki glaze instead of buffalo sauce for a flavorful, Asian-inspired version.

Conclusion

Buffalo-style grilled chicken wings don’t get better than this! The Arteflame grill delivers perfectly charred skin and juicy meat, making these wings an unbeatable crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or game-day gathering, these wings will be the highlight of your meal.

Best Pairings

• Grilled corn on the cob with butter
• Crispy potato wedges cooked on the Arteflame flat griddle
• A refreshing coleslaw
• Cold craft beer or homemade lemonade