Step 1

Season the wings. Place chicken wings in a large mixing bowl. Toss wings with 3 Tbsp olive oil, 1 Tbsp Kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper, then set aside. If using a spice seasoning or dry rub, add olive oil to wings, but omit the salt and pepper.

Step 2

To cook the wings on a smoker. Preheat a smoker or pellet grill to 450F. Place wings directly on the grates, allowing excess oil to drip over the mixing bowl, then cook for 30 minutes over direct heat, turning every 5-10 minutes or so, until an internal temperature of 165F is reached. Serve immediately, with sauces, if using.

Step 3

To cook the wings on a gas grill. Preheat a gas grill over medium-high heat to 425-450F. Place wings directly on the grill grates, allowing excess oil to drip over the mixing bowl, then cook for 20-30 minutes (this really depends on the size/thickness of the wings) over direct heat, turning every 5-10 minutes or so, until an internal temperature of 165F is reached. Serve immediately, with sauces, if using.Note: gas grills are more prone to flare ups. It's important to allow excess oil to drip off the wings before placing over direct heat.