Butter Chicken Wings

By Freddy Lloyd
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Smoky Butter Chicken Wings for Your Next Tailgate

Love butter chicken? Love wings? Then you’re going to want to fire up the Masterbuilt Gravity Series® 1050 for this fusion favorite: butter chicken wings with rich Indian spices, crispy skin, and a creamy tomato-based sauce. This recipe takes the flavors of a traditional restaurant-style Indian dish and makes it grill-friendly and tailgate-ready. The result? A smoky, juicy wing tossed in velvety butter chicken sauce and served with a cool cucumber ranch raita.

Whether you're grilling for game day or craving something new, these wings are packed with flavor and perfect for summer BBQs. Bonus: they pair perfectly with a cold lager or mango lassi.

Why the Gravity Series 1050 Is Perfect for This Recipe

The Masterbuilt Gravity Series 1050 offers the high heat you need for crispy wings and the smoky flavor charcoal fans love. With digital controls and the ability to dial in precise temps, it's easy to transition from searing to slow-finishing sauced wings—all without lifting the lid too often. The charcoal hopper makes managing fuel simple and efficient, letting you focus on flavor.

Freddy Lloyd

Butter Chicken Wings

Serves: 6 people
Cook Time: 30 - 60 min
Skill:
Beginner
Food:
Poultry
Butter Chicken Wings

Ingredients

    Instructions

    1. 01

      In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, oil, salt, turmeric, cumin, garam masala, and paprika. Add chicken wings and toss until evenly coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (overnight is even better for deeper flavor).

    2. 02

      Preheat your Masterbuilt Gravity Series to 400°F. Add a chunk of fruitwood for extra smoke flavor (optional but encouraged).

    3. 03

      Place wings directly on the grill and cook for 20–25 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes. Cook until golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches at least 175°F.

    4. 04

      While the wings are cooking, heat butter and oil in a skillet. Sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and ginger. Stir in spices (garam masala, paprika, cayenne, cumin), followed by crushed tomatoes, sugar, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add coconut milk and fenugreek leaves (if using). Finish with an extra tablespoon of butter and blend until smooth.

    5. 05

      Reduce grill heat to 275°F. Toss the grilled wings in the butter chicken sauce, then place them back on the grill for another 7–10 minutes to set the sauce and infuse more smoke.

    6. 06

      Combine yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, spices, and buttermilk in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.

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