Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce

These Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce are smoky, spicy, and coated in a creamy, tangy sauce that’s guaranteed to impress. Whether you’re firing up the pellet grill or a propane grill, this easy chicken wing recipe delivers crispy skin, juicy meat, and bold Southern barbecue flavor every time.

If you’re looking to change up your usual chicken wing recipe, these Cajun wings deserve a spot on your menu. Instead of using a traditional barbecue sauce, these wings are tossed in creamy Alabama white sauce, creating the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, tangy, and rich flavors.

The Cajun seasoning gives every bite plenty of heat, while the homemade white barbecue sauce cools things down with mayo, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and just the right amount of horseradish. Better yet, this recipe works beautifully on both a pellet grill and a propane grill, making it perfect for backyard barbecues, football parties, or weekend cookouts.

Why You’ll Love Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce Recipe

• Crispy, juicy grilled chicken wings every time.
• Creamy Alabama white sauce adds incredible flavor.
• Easy to make on a pellet grill or propane grill.
• Perfect for game day, family dinners, or backyard BBQs.
• Uses simple pantry ingredients.
• Great alternative to traditional BBQ sauce.
• Easily doubles for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients For Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce

Chicken Wings

• 3 pounds chicken wings
• 4 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil

Alabama White Sauce

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon brown mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon horseradish
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

What Is Alabama White Sauce?

Alabama white sauce is a Southern barbecue classic that originated in northern Alabama. Unlike traditional barbecue sauce, which usually features tomato, molasses, or ketchup as the key ingredient, white barbecue sauce starts with a mayonnaise base. The result is a creamy, tangy sauce that’s perfect for grilled chicken.

Apple cider vinegar provides brightness, while brown sugar balances the acidity. Brown mustard, horseradish, black pepper, and cayenne pepper add layers of flavor without overpowering the chicken.

Although it’s commonly served with smoked chicken, creamy Alabama white sauce also tastes fantastic on chicken breasts, turkey, pork, and even as a dipping sauce for fries or vegetables.

Why Grill Chicken Wings?

Grilling chicken wings creates incredible flavor while allowing the skin to become crispy without deep frying.

On a pellet grill, the wings slowly absorb smoky flavor as they cook, giving every bite extra depth. Meanwhile, a propane grill cooks the wings faster over direct heat, producing beautifully charred skin.

Additionally, grilling allows excess fat to render away while locking moisture inside the meat. As a result, the wings stay juicy while developing crisp, flavorful skin.

For the best texture, cook the wings until they reach an internal temperature of 185°F. Although chicken is safe at 165°F, taking wings a little higher helps the connective tissue break down, making the meat tender enough to pull easily from the bone.

How to Make Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce

1. Prepare the Wings

Using a sharp knife, separate the whole fryer wings at the joints by cutting through the knuckle. This creates drums and flats. Place the wings into a large bowl, drizzle with avocado oil, and toss until evenly coated.

2. Season the Chicken

Generously coat the wings with Cajun seasoning, making sure every piece is fully covered.

Let the wings rest for 10 to 15 minutes until the seasoning begins to look wet on the surface.

3. Preheat the Grill

Preheat your grill to 350°F.

If you’re using a pellet grill, prepare for indirect cooking. If you’re cooking on a propane grill, arrange the wings toward the side of the grill that’s slightly cooler if flare-ups occur.

4. Grill the Wings

Spread the wings out in one even layer — no stacking — so they cook clean and pick up that Cajun char.

Pellet grill: Run it steady and let the heat do the work. Cook for about 1 hour, flipping halfway through so both sides get their time in the smoke.

Propane grill: Direct heat moves faster, so stay on it. Cook for roughly 30 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes to keep things even and keep the fire honest.

Use a meat thermometer to make sure those wings hit an internal temp of 185°F — that’s the sweet spot where they’re cooked through and still juicy.

5. Make the Alabama White Sauce

While the wings cook, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, brown mustard, lemon juice, horseradish, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl.

Whisk until smooth and creamy.

6. Toss the Wings

As soon as the wings are finished, gather them into a big bowl — that’s where the Alabama White Sauce does its best work.

Drizzle the creamy Alabama white sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.

Finish with another drizzle of sauce before serving.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Expert Tips On Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce

• Pat the wings dry before seasoning for crispier skin.
• Allow the seasoning to rest before grilling for better flavor.
• Always cook using a meat thermometer instead of relying only on time.
• Flip wings often when grilling over direct heat.
• Reserve extra white sauce for dipping.
• Let the wings rest for several minutes before tossing in the sauce.

Variations Of Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce

There are plenty of ways to customize these grilled wings.

• Add chili powder for extra smoky heat.
• Mix hot sauce into the Alabama white sauce.
• Sprinkle fresh parsley over the finished wings.
• Add smoked paprika to the Cajun seasoning.
• Finish with cracked black pepper for extra bite.
• Serve with celery sticks and ranch dressing.

Storage

Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Keep any extra Alabama white sauce in a separate airtight container for up to 1 week.

Reheat the wings on the grill, in the oven, or in an air fryer until warmed through before tossing with fresh sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Alabama white sauce ahead of time? Yes. In fact, the flavors continue to develop after several hours in the refrigerator.

Can I use frozen chicken wings? Absolutely. Just thaw them completely and pat them dry before seasoning.

Why cook wings to 185°F? Cooking to 185°F allows the connective tissue to fully break down, making the wings much more tender while keeping them juicy.

What should I serve with these wings? These wings pair perfectly with potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans, mac and cheese, fries, or grilled corn.

Final Thoughts About Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce

If you’re ready to try something beyond traditional BBQ sauce, these Grilled Cajun Wings with Alabama White Sauce are the perfect place to start. The bold Cajun seasoning, smoky grilled chicken, and creamy, tangy Alabama BBQ sauce create an unforgettable combination that’s packed with flavor. Whether you’re cooking for game day, a backyard barbecue, or an easy weeknight dinner, these white sauce wings are sure to keep everyone coming back for more.

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