24 chicken wings, tips removed, cut in half at the joint
10 tbsp barbecue sauce
½ tsp hickory-flavored liquid smoke
2 ½ quarts peanut or canola oil
3 tbs hickory-flavored seasoning
Combine sauce and liquid smoke. Set aside.
Season chicken evenly with seasoning. Set aside.
Heat oil to 350°F. Add chicken, and working in batches, deep fry for 10–12 minutes or golden brown, crisp, and cooked through to 165°F.
10–12 minutes
Remove chicken and drain on a cooling rack.
Toss with sauce mixture. Serve warm with blue cheese dressing.