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Crispy Dry Rub Chicken Wings

Crispy Dry Rub Chicken Wings for Ultimate Flavor Bliss

Enjoy Crispy Dry Rub Chicken Wings, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that balances crunch and juiciness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings Mix of drumettes and flats recommended
For the Dry Rub
  • 2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika Swap with regular paprika if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust to your spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Cracked black pepper recommended

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F or air fryer.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all dry rub ingredients until well blended.
  3. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.
  4. Coat the chicken wings with the dry rub evenly.
  5. Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in the air fryer basket.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or air fry for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Allow the wings to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, pat wings dry and avoid overcrowding in the oven or air fryer. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.

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