How to Cook Wings on a Grill or Griddle Pan

By: Amelia Allonsy

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Chicken wings cooked on a grill or in a griddle pan receive a flavorful char that you cannot produce with deep-frying. As a bonus, the finished wings are healthier. The wings are cooked in exactly the same way with a grill or griddle pan, but you can't achieve the smoky flavor on a griddle pan that you get when grilling over charcoal. You can eat the wings plain off the grill or toss them in your favorite sauce, such as Buffalo-style hot sauce.

Step 1

Pat the wings dry with paper towels and season with your choice of dry spices, such as salt and pepper. If you don't plan to coat the wings with a wet sauce after cooking, you can marinate them for a few hours before cooking. Purchase a bottled marinade or make your own with an acidic liquid ingredient such as vinegar or lemon juice, cooking oil and your choice of herbs and spices.

Step 2

Preheat the grill or griddle pan over medium to medium-high heat. Avoid high heat, which can burn the skin before the insides cook thoroughly. Brush the grill grates or the bottom of the griddle pan lightly with cooking oil to prevent sticking.

Step 3

Place the chicken wings on the grill or griddle, leaving a small space between each piece so they cook evenly.

Step 4

Cook the wings for a total of 15 to 20 minutes, turning with tongs every few minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent burning. Insert a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the meat and remove the wings when they reach an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit.