Description
Dry rub chicken wings offer a flavorful and crispy alternative to saucy wings, highlighting the natural chicken taste with a blend of spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (aluminum-free preferred)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Gluten-free: All ingredients are naturally gluten-free
- Lower sodium: Reduce kosher salt to 1/2 teaspoon
- Milder heat: Reduce cayenne to 1/2 teaspoon or omit entirely
- Sugar-free: Replace brown sugar with erythritol or stevia blend
Instructions
- Prepare the Wings: Pat chicken wings dry using paper towels. Let them sit uncovered in the refrigerator for 30 minutes if possible. Toss wings with baking powder and kosher salt.
- Create the Dry Rub: Combine all dry rub ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk thoroughly.
- Season the Wings: Sprinkle dry rub generously over the wings and massage into the meat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top, lightly spraying with cooking oil.
- Arrange and Bake: Place wings in a single layer on the rack. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Serve: Allow wings to rest for 5 minutes before serving hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use a wire rack.
- Adjust spices according to your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg