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Smoked Chicken Wings Temperature — Smoker 275°F, Internal 165°F / 74°C internal

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Smoker Temperature: 275°F / 135°C

Internal Temperature: 165°F / 74°C

Overview

Smoked Chicken Wings: smoker at 275°F (135°C), cook to 165°F / 74°C internal. Takes 1.5-2 hours. Higher temp for crispy skin. Sauce in last 15 min.

Key Details

  • Smoker Temperature: 275°F / 135°C
  • Internal Temperature: 165°F / 74°C
  • Cook Time: 1.5-2 hours
  • Higher temp for crispy skin. Sauce in last 15 min.
  • Use a leave-in probe thermometer for best results

Why This Matters

  • Smoking requires low temperatures for long periods
  • The "stall" happens around 150-160°F — be patient or wrap
  • Wood choice affects flavor: hickory, oak, cherry, apple, mesquite

How To

  1. 1Preheat smoker to 275°F (135°C)
  2. 2Season meat with rub of choice
  3. 3Add wood chips/chunks for smoke flavor
  4. 4Cook for approximately 1.5-2 hours
  5. 5Remove at 165°F internal temperature
  6. 6Higher temp for crispy skin. Sauce in last 15 min.

Tags

cooking-tempssmokingbbqsmoked-chicken-wingslow-and-slow

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Smoker at 275°F, cook to 165°F / 74°C internal. 1.5-2 hours.