Category: Chicken

Chili Lime Chicken Rub

4/1/2025

Chili Lime Chicken Rub: A Smoky, Spicy Kick for Your Chicken Wings
If you're looking for a way to take your chicken wings to the next level, then this Chili Lime Chicken Rub is just what you need! With a mix of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors, this rub will coat your chicken wings or drumsticks with a burst of bold flavors. The best part? You don’t need to be a professional pitmaster to create this deliciously seasoned chicken. Whether you’re using a grill, smoker, or oven, this rub is sure to impress your family and friends at your next cookout or game day party.

Why This Chili Lime Chicken Rub WorksThe Chili Lime Chicken Rub is a combination of several spices that bring out the best in your chicken. The chipotle pepper gives it a smoky, spicy kick, while the smoked paprika and ancho chili add depth and complexity. The chili lime seasoning brings that perfect tangy twist, balancing out the heat with its zesty citrusy flavor. To round it all off, we’ve got Grill’n Magic, a special seasoning that adds the perfect finishing touch to your wings, along with a bit of baking powder to ensure crispy skin.

Ingredients

Brined Chicken Wings/Drummies (pre-brined for extra juiciness)
1 tsp Chipotle Pepper (adds smoky heat)
½ C Smoked Paprika (for that deep smoky flavor)
¼ C Ancho Chili Powder (adds a mild heat and rich flavor)
1 Tbsp Chili Lime Seasoning (for that tangy, zesty kick)
2 Tbsp Grill’n Magic (a flavorful blend that works wonders on grilled meats)
2 Tbsp Baking Powder (helps crisp up the skin while cooking)

Directions

Prepare Your Rub: In a small bowl, mix together the chipotle pepper, smoked paprika, ancho chili, chili lime, Grill’n Magic, and baking powder. Stir everything together until well combined. This rub is packed with flavor and the perfect balance of heat and zest!
Coat the Chicken: Place your brined chicken wings or drumsticks into a large mixing bowl. Add the prepared rub and toss the chicken until it’s evenly coated. Make sure every piece of chicken is covered with the seasoning for maximum flavor.
Set Up the Grill: Preheat your Louisiana Grill (Founder’s Edition or Legacy model) to 280°F. If you’re using a smoker, set it up for indirect cooking with wood pellets of your choice to add extra smoky flavor.
Smoke the Chicken: Once the grill is preheated, place the chicken on the grill. Close the lid and let the wings cook for about an hour and a half, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. The slow smoking process at this temperature ensures the chicken becomes incredibly juicy, flavorful, and perfectly crispy on the outside.
Serve and Enjoy: Once the chicken wings or drumsticks are cooked to perfection, remove them from the grill. Let them rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute. Enjoy your perfectly smoked, chili-lime-infused chicken!

Tips for Perfect Chili Lime Chicken Wings

Baking Powder Trick: Adding baking powder to the rub isn’t just for flavor—it helps the skin crisp up when cooked. If you’re looking for that perfect crispy exterior, this little trick makes a huge difference.
Adjust the Heat: If you prefer your wings spicier, feel free to add more chipotle pepper or ancho chili. For a milder version, scale back the chili components and increase the chili lime seasoning for more tang without the heat.

Wood Pellets Matter: For the best smoky flavor, consider using hickory, mesquite, or applewood pellets in your Louisiana Grill or smoker. Each wood type gives a different depth of flavor, so experiment to find your favorite!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Chili Lime Chicken Rub recipe is all about bold, layered flavors that complement the natural juiciness of the chicken. The combination of smoky chipotle, tangy lime, and earthy ancho chili is a crowd-pleaser every time. The rub works wonders for chicken wings or drumsticks, but you could also use it for other meats like chicken breasts, thighs, or even pork ribs!

Plus, smoking the chicken at a low temperature ensures that your wings stay juicy and tender, with just the right amount of crispy skin. Whether you're an experienced smoker or just getting started, this recipe is easy to follow and guaranteed to give you delicious results.
So, fire up that grill and try this Chili Lime Chicken Rub recipe at your next gathering. Your guests will be asking for seconds (and probably the recipe too)!

Midwest Grill'n Season 2022 Episode 2

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Gramma Hazel's Wing Brine

4/1/2025

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Gramma Hazel's Wing Brine: A Flavorful Recipe for Perfect Chicken Wings
If you're a fan of mouthwatering chicken wings that burst with flavor, you’ve come to the right place! Today, I’m sharing one of my all-time favorite recipes—Gramma Hazel’s Wing Brine. This brine is the secret to making your wings incredibly juicy, tender, and packed with delicious layers of flavor. Whether you're grilling, baking, or deep-frying, this brine will elevate your wings to a whole new level.

Why Brine Your Chicken Wings?
Brining is an age-old technique that’s used to infuse moisture and flavor into meat. By soaking the chicken wings in a flavorful brine solution, you allow the meat to absorb all of the seasoning, ensuring that each bite is full of rich, savory goodness. The result? Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and bursting with flavor!

What Makes Gramma Hazel’s Wing Brine Special?
Gramma Hazel’s Wing Brine combines the perfect balance of salty, sweet, and spicy. The secret ingredients, like the addition of beer, bay leaves, and Gramma Hazel’s special seasoning, make this brine stand out. Not only does it help tenderize the chicken, but it also creates a deliciously aromatic infusion that will make your taste buds sing!

2022 Episode 2

Ingredients

Chicken Wings/Drummies (your choice, but I love using a mix of wings and drumsticks)
1 C Beer (Apple juice, water, wine, or grape juice are all excellent substitutes if you prefer a non-alcoholic option)
½ C Kosher Salt (The kosher salt is perfect for brining, helping to draw out the natural juices and lock in flavor)
Bay Leaves (They add a wonderful aromatic flavor to the brine)
Red Pepper Flakes (For a touch of heat that pairs beautifully with the other flavors)
½ C Brown Sugar (The sweetness from the brown sugar balances out the salt and adds a subtle caramelization)
2 Tbsp Gramma Hazel’s Special Seasoning (This is the magic ingredient that brings everything together and takes your wings to the next level!)

Directions

Prepare Your Chicken: Place your chicken wings or drumsticks in a large Ziplock bag. You want enough space to ensure the brine can fully coat each piece of chicken.
Mix the Brine: Add all the brine ingredients into the bag with the chicken. Pour in the beer (or your preferred liquid), followed by the kosher salt, bay leaves, red pepper flakes, brown sugar, and Gramma Hazel’s special seasoning. Seal the bag tightly.
Let It Brine: Place the Ziplock bag with the chicken and brine in the fridge. Let it sit overnight for at least 12 hours. The longer it marinates, the more flavorful and tender the chicken will be. This step is crucial for the brine to fully work its magic.
Prepare to Cook: After the brining time is up, remove the chicken from the brine. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. This will ensure a crispy exterior once it’s cooked.
Cook and Enjoy!: Now you’re ready to cook your brined chicken wings! Grill them, bake them in the oven, or deep-fry them to your liking. Regardless of the method you choose, you’ll end up with wings that are perfectly seasoned, juicy, and bursting with flavor.

Tips for Perfect Wings

Dry the Chicken: Always pat the chicken dry after removing it from the brine. Moisture on the surface can prevent the wings from getting that beautiful crispy skin.
Cooking Method: Whether you choose to grill or bake your wings, a high-heat cooking method is key to getting that crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
Customize Your Brine: Feel free to experiment with the brine by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes or brown sugar to suit your taste. Want a more savory brine? Add a bit of garlic or onion powder. Want a little more sweetness? A touch of honey can do wonders.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This simple yet powerful brine recipe takes chicken wings to a whole new level. The combination of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors will keep your guests coming back for more, while the tender, juicy meat will leave them wondering what your secret is. It’s the perfect recipe for family gatherings, game day, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dish. So next time you’re planning to make chicken wings, be sure to give Gramma Hazel’s Wing Brine a try. You’ll never go back to plain wings again!

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Sweet Rum Chicken

1/1/2025

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Ingredients

1 lb Chicken Breast
1/4 C Rum
1/4 C Pineapple Juice
2 Tbsp Lime Juice
1 tsp Allspice
1 Tbsp Thyme
2 Tbsp Jerk Seasoning
2 Tbsp Jamaican Oof Dah

Directions

Stab both sides.
Season with remaining ingredients.
Reverse Sear: Low heat to start. 200 degrees. Place meat on opposite side of the heat. Bring it up to within 10-15 degrees of the temperature you want to serve. Check with a meat thermometer. (Chicken serves at 170 degrees so slow cook until it is about 155 degrees.) Sear it off at the end for the last 10-15 degrees.

Sweet Rum Chicken is a Mad Dog & Merrill® Original Recipe from Episode Nineteen of the 2021 Season of the Midwest Grill'n Show. Watch "LeRoy" for this great recipe from America's Favorite Grill'n Show and More! Episode recipes include Tomahawk Steak, Garlic Steak Sauce, Ghost Pepper Shrimp, Spicy Shrimp Sauce, Sweet Rum Chicken, Pineapple Rum Sauce, Ginger Pork Chops, Orange Chop Sauce, Bacon on a Stick and Apple Brats W?Sauce. Download the E-Book by visiting the Mad Dog & Merrill Online Store and become a Lifetime Member of the Mad Dog & Merrill® Grill'n Club to gain FREE access to all episode E-Books.

Mad Dog & Merrill® only endorse the highest quality of products and services.
What kind of grills do Mad Dog & Merrill® use? Our favorite grills include Pit Boss Pellet Grills and Louisiana Grills.
Where can the products used on the Midwest Grill'n show be found? Sun Drop Soda, Awesome Shrimp, and Wisconsin Potatoes.
Help us thank our sponsors by patronizing their local business, such as Shooting Star Casino.
Produced by Lashbro Visual Communications.

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Smothered Chicken

9/4/2024

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Ingredients

2 # Chicken Breasts
1/2 C Goat Milk
2 Tbsp Jamaican Oof Da
1/4 C Olive Oil
1 C Red Peppers
1 C Mushrooms
1 C Onions
6 oz Raw Cheddar

Directions

Mix first four ingredients together in a bag and marinate 30 minutes.
Grill chicken until seared on both sides.
Place in a skillet.
Top with remaining ingredients.
Grill until chicken and veggies are cooked thoroughly.

Smothered Chicken is a Mad Dog & Merrill® Original Recipe from Episode Fifteen of the 2021 Season of the Midwest Grill'n Show. Watch "Goat Cheese" for this great recipe from America's Favorite Grill'n Show and More! Episode recipes include Korean Veggies, Smothered Chicken, Zesty Shrimp, Sweet Avalon Corn, and Fig & Honey Chevre Dessert. Download the E-Book by visiting the Mad Dog & Merrill Online Store and become a Lifetime Member of the Mad Dog & Merrill® Grill'n Club to gain FREE access to all episode E-Books.

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Party Wings

7/4/2024

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Ingredients

2 # Chicken Wings
1/4 C Hot Sauce
1/4 C Worcestershire Sauce
1/4 C Gramma Hazels

Directions

Drizzle wings with hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce and Gramma Hazels.
Slow cooked on the Pit Boss at 350 degrees .
Brush on mops sauce (recipe follows) during cooking.

Party Wings is a Mad Dog & Merrill® Original Recipe from Episode Thirteen of the 2021 Season of the Midwest Grill'n Show. Watch "Green Lake" for this great recipe from America's Favorite Grill'n Show and More! Episode recipes include Parmesan Veggies, Party Wings, Chicken Mop Sauce, Shrimp Pasta Salad, Citrus Dressing, Italian Wedges and Sangria. Download the E-Book by visiting the Mad Dog & Merrill Online Store and become a Lifetime Member of the Mad Dog & Merrill® Grill'n Club to gain FREE access to all episode E-Books.

Mad Dog & Merrill® only endorse the highest quality of products and services.
What kind of grills do Mad Dog & Merrill® use? Our favorite grills include Pit Boss Pellet Grills and Louisiana Grills.
Where can the products used on the Midwest Grill'n show be found? Cherry De-Lite from Country Ovens, Sun Drop Soda, Awesome Shrimp, and Wisconsin Potatoes.
Help us thank our sponsors by patronizing their local business, such as Shooting Star Casino.
Produced by Lashbro Visual Communications.

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