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If  you are looking for an easy and refreshing summer recipe than these Wings in Red Chimichurri Sauce are the answer.  The wings are perfectly grilled to a crispy skin and tender meat.  The red chimichurri is the perfect compliment to the protein.  The freshness from the greens and lemon along with the sweetness of the roasted red bell peppers create a perfect balance. The best part, it’s not heavy and overpowering, allowing you to taste and enjoy the grilled flavors of the chicken.

If you like zesty wings check out my grilled honey lime chicken wings. Sweet, zesty and crispy. What else could you want.

plated wings in red chimichurri sauce.

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Ingredient List for Wings in Red Chimichurri Sauce.

wings in red chimichurri sauce ingredients
  • Chicken wings: select party wings. These are detached chicken wings including the drummette and flat.
  • Lemon: adds a fresh burst of zestiness to the chimichurri sauce.
  • Roast red peppers: adds a sweet roasted flavor and color to the sauce.
  • Herbs: an equal amount of cilantro and parsley for the chimichurri.
  • Olive oil: the liquid base for the sauce and binder for the seasoning on the wings.
  • Seasoning: use an all purpose seasoning seasoning for the wings. Adds layers of salt, pepper, paprika and garlic.

Key Steps in grilling the Perfect Chicken Wings.

Prepping: In this step there are 3 main parts to consider when prepping chicken wings: Drying, Lubing, Seasoning. Each step plays an integral part in the final outcome.

Grill set up: No matter what type of grill you use, set up and heat distribution are vital in achieving the perfectly grilled chicken wings.

Grilling: Time and temperature are important pieces to achieving tender, juicy and crispy grilled chicken wings.

Step 1: How to prepare the Perfect Chicken Wings

Drying chicken wings.

This is the first step in the prep. Drying the wings is very important and necessary to achieve that crispy skin. DO NOT wash the chicken after it’s been removed from the packing. This will only add moisture. The cooking process will kill off any bacteria on the meat.

With a paper towel, pat the wings dry. Make sure to get all sides. Place the dry wings on a wire rack and in the fridge, preferably over night, but an hour will work as well. The cool air will further help dry out the skin.

Lubing chicken wings.

Oil is crucial when prepping chicken wings. It works as a binding agent but more importantly the fat helps crisp up the skin on the grill. I like using olive oil but any type here will work.

Remove the dry wings from the fridge and drizzle olive oil over them making sure to cover all sides. DO NOT drench them in oil either. A light coating is all you need.

Seasoning chicken wings.

To start,  coat the raw wing pieces with Dad’s All Purpose rub.  With a nice mild BBQ flavor and few black pepper flakes, it’s the perfect poultry seasoning.  Make sure to get an even coat throughout.

Seasoned wings

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Step 2: How to grill the perfect wings in red chimichurri sauce.

The wings are prepped, the grill is hot, now it’s finally time to grill the perfect chicken wings.

Start on the Indirect side first.

Heat up the grill to 375 degrees and set it for indirect heat. Place the seasoned wings directly on the grates and let them cook for 45-60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 180 degrees. Make sure to leave space in between each piece to allow air flow.

Flip the wings half way through to ensure an even cook throughout. 

Move to the direct side for a final char.

When the wings reach an internal temperature of 175-185 degrees Fahrenheit, move them to the direct side for a quick sear. This process only takes 30-45 seconds per side to get that final crispy skin to achieve that perfectly grilled chicken wing.

Moving wings to the direct side for the perfectly grilled chicken wings.

Remove the wings from the grill and let them rest for 5-10 minutes. It is very important to rest all grilled protein. This process allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat which will result in a tender and juicy bite every time.

Step 3: Homemade red chimichurri sauce.

Start off with finely chopping an entire batch of parsley and cilantro.  I have seen this done with parsley only, with cilantro only or both.  In my personal opinion, an equal mix of both makes it just right.

Red Chimichurri Sauce

Next add a tablespoon of minced garlic, chopped up roasted red bell peppers, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, red wine vinegar, olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.  Mix these ingredients together with a spoon, not a food processor and you are done!  Yes, it’s that simple.

Toss the grilled wings in the red chimichurri sauce, serve and enjoy!

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Frequently Asked Questions:

How do get a tender meat and crispy skin on chicken wings?

The best way to avoid dry meat or know if any protein is ready is to check the internal temperature. Wings are no different. Grill over indirect heat for the and remove the wings at 180 internal degrees for the perfect tender and juicy meat and crispy skin

Can I make wings in the oven or stove top?

All my recipes can be replicated in the oven, stove top or gas grill. You do not need a big green egg or weber grill to replicate any of my recipes.

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Wings in Red Chimichurri Sauce

By: Maciek Zurawski
The wings are perfectly grilled to a crispy skin and tender meat while the red chimichurri provides freshness making for the perfect combo.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 People

Ingredients 

Wing Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Detached chicken wings
  • 3 tbsp Dad's all purpose rub
  • 2 tsp Olive oil

Red Chimichurri Ingredients

  • 1 Batch of parsley
  • 1 Batch of cilantro
  • 1/2 cup Olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Roasted red bell peppers
  • 2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp Crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Salt

Instructions 

  • Coat the raw chicken wing pieces in olive oil and season them with Dad's All Purpose rub. 
  • Heat up the grill to 375 degrees and set it for indirect heat.
  • Place the seasoned wings directly on the grates and let them cook for 45-60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches180 degrees.  Flip the wings half way through to ensure an even cook throughout. 
  • Remove off the grill and let them rest for 10 minutes.
  • Finely chopping an entire batch of parsley, cilantro and roasted red peppers. Add minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, red wine vinegar and olive oil. Mix these ingredients together with a spoon, not food processor.
  • Toss the wings in the sauce and service.

Notes

DO NOT wash the chicken after it’s been removed from the packing. This will only add moisture. The cooking process will kill off any bacteria on the meat.
 
DO NOT drench the chicken wings in oil.  Light drizzle is enough.
 
DON’T BE SHY on the seasoning. Some of the seasoning will either burn off during the grilling process or fall off. 
 
Grill time will depend on the outside temperature. Grilling in freezing cold weather will impact and slow down the cook time and heat levels. Be sure to keep an eye on those wings and temps.
 
Grilling wings to a 175-185 degrees internally on high heat will not dry them out. Meat around the bone needs more time to cook for the fat to break down and tenderize the meat.

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 315mg | Potassium: 206mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 729IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
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I make easy meals that anyone can replicate at home. I’m not a professionally trained chef, just your average guy that likes to fire up the grill. So follow along and see what’s cooking today!

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