Tikka Masala BBQ Chicken Wings

Tikka Masala BBQ Chicken Wings

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Servings: 4 Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins Difficulty: Intermediate
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Ready to take your chicken wings to a whole new level? These Tikka Masala BBQ Chicken Wings are just the ticket. Imagine biting into crispy wings seasoned with a tantalizing mix of spices, then tossed in a rich, creamy tikka masala sauce. Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ or just fancy a flavour-packed snack, these wings are sure to impress. Let’s fire up the grill and get cooking!

Tikka Masala BBQ Chicken Wings

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Prep Time 1 hr Cook Time 30 mins Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate Cooking Temp: 180  C Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: £ 10 Calories: Approximately 220 per serving Best Season: Summer
Author: Lee - Smoke & Sear Cooking Method: , Cuisine: Courses: Recipe Keys: Family Friendly Family Friendly Hot 'n Spicy Hot 'n Spicy Smoke & Sear Fav. Smoke & Sear Fav.

For the Wings:

For the Tikka Masala Sauce:

Instructions

  1. Prep the Wings:

    • Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.
    • Place them on a wire rack over a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least an hour, up to 24 hours, to air dry.

  2. Make the Tikka Masala Rub:

    • In a small bowl, mix ground cumin, ground coriander, garlic powder, ginger powder, paprika, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
    • Rub the wings with a little avocado oil (or melted butter), then coat them evenly with the spice mixture.

  3. Grill the Wings:

    • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (165-180°C).
    • Place the wings on the hot grates, ensuring they are not crowded.
    • Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until crispy and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 74°C, ideally 82°C for tenderness).

  4. Prepare the Tikka Masala Sauce:

    • In a small saucepan, mix plain yogurt, tomato sauce, butter, heavy cream, honey, garam masala, lemon juice, fresh coriander, ground cumin, ground coriander, dark muscovado sugar, salt, sweet paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
    • Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until well combined and heated through.

  5. Coat the Wings:

    Once the wings are cooked, toss them in a bowl with the tikka masala sauce until evenly coated.

  6. Finish on the Grill:

    Place the sauced wings back on the grill for a few minutes to caramelize the sauce and crisp up the wings.

  7. Serve:

    • Serve the wings hot, garnished with extra chopped fresh coriander and sesame seeds.
    • Enjoy with extra tikka masala sauce on the side for dipping.

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Note

  • For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • These wings can also be cooked in the oven if you don't have a grill.
Keywords: Tikka Masala, Chicken Wings, BBQ, Grilling, Indian Spices, Flavourful Wings, BBQ Recipe
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First night away in the @tentbox I bought from @nomadtrailers ✅ Kept it local and, despite a few niggles, I loved it. Stayed at the @theglampingpub pub & campsite — can’t fault it at all. Friendly owners, loads of chats with locals and other guests, self-serve beer pumps (dangerous 😂), and the food was spot on after hiking the Footsteps of Kolkr. Lessons learned: • I need a @jackery.uk or similar . . . power is everything ⚡️ • Waterproof jacket = essential for packing away in the rain 🌧 • Snacks . . . don’t forget the snacks 🥨 • Mobile reception is rubbish — might have to treat myself to portable Starlink 📡 Wins: • Two plastic tubs system worked perfectly (one for tent & dog bits, one for comfort gear — @chillbeamofficial lights, speaker, chargers etc). • My double sleeping bag was a game-changer — best night’s sleep ever. 😴 • TentBox setup was smooth, even if pack-down in the rain took me 15 mins instead of 5. Overall: cracking little adventure, and I can’t wait for the next one… which just happens to be the Big BBQ Community Cookout next weekend 🔥🍻

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🔥 Grilled hot and fast till crispy
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"Crispy grilled wings tossed in creamy tikka masala sauce… BBQ meets curry house and it just works 🔥🍗🍛" Think smoky charred chicken, then dunked in a rich, spiced sauce that’s equal parts comfort and chaos. Perfect for sharing (or not). Here’s the breakdown: 🍗 Chicken wings rubbed with cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic & ginger 🔥 Grilled hot and fast till crispy 🥘 Tossed in a tikka masala sauce loaded with yogurt, tomato, cream, honey & garam masala 🌿 Finished back on the grill to caramelise and lock in those flavours Sticky fingers, big flavours, zero regrets. 👉 Full recipe here: https://www.smokeandsear.world/BBQ-recipes/tikka-masala-bbq-chicken-wings/ #SmokeAndSear #ChickenWings #TikkaMasalaWings #IndianBBQ #FusionBBQ #UKBBQ #GrillAndSpice #BBQChicken

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🔥 BE THE FIRST IN THE UK TO TEST THE MESA GRILLS “BARRIL MAX” SMOKER 🔥 So… I got a DM from @mesagrills_uk – they’re launching a new smoker in the UK and asked if I fancied reviewing it. But truth is… I’ve already got more kit than your local garden centre’s summer aisle. One more and I’ll need a storage unit. So instead of grabbing it for myself, I thought – let’s do something better. Let’s give someone else in the UK BBQ community the chance to be the first to test and review the Barril Max – worth £669. No freebies for me. No commission. Just doing my bit to lift someone else up 🔥 🚨 What’s Up for Grabs 👉 Mesa Grills Barril Max Smokeless Barrel Smoker 👉 304 satin stainless steel build 👉 12 hooks, grill grate, 10x drip trays + removal hook 👉 Handles 12–18kg of meat 👉 90% less smoke 🌿 but full-fat BBQ flavour 👉 Already big in the US, Puerto Rico & LatAm – now in the UK 📍 Specs: mesagrills.co.uk/products/barril-max 💥 How to Apply ✅ Follow @smoke.sear + @mesagrills_uk ✅ LIKE this post ✅ COMMENT what you’d cook & how you’d show it off ✅ SHARE to stories (tag us both!) ✅ Use the Instagram repost button if you can Winner chosen Friday 26th Sept – smoker sent direct to your door. 📸 If You Win • 3 photo posts • 1 reel (min 1 min long) • Honest written review (good, bad, smoky) • Tag us both (use collab feature if possible) • Email review to: lee@smokeandsear.world (you’ll get full credit) Let’s make this count – tag your BBQ mates & get involved. It’s not every day a brand offers a new smoker to someone in the community – let’s show them why the UK BBQ scene is the real deal 🇬🇧🔥 ⚠️ IMPORTANT: Winner will only be contacted by @smoke.sear - Watch for scam accounts. This isn’t sponsored or affiliated with Instagram/Facebook. I’m getting nothing – just doing my bit for the UK BBQ fam. #SmokeAndSear #MesaGrillsUK #BarrilMax #UKBBQCommunity #SmokelessBBQ #LowSmokeHighFlavour #BBQReview #BBQGiveaway #FirstInTheUK #BBQOpportunity

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