Smoky Dry Rub Chicken Wings
Make the best baked chicken wings ever using this simple paprika, chili powder, and brown sugar dry rub! These Smoky Dry Rub Chicken Wings are deliciously crispy, juicy, tender, and easy to make.
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Makes: servings
Equipment
- parchment paper
- baking sheet
- wire baking rack
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings separated into drumettes and flats
- 2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder NOT BAKING SODA
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons sweet smoked paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and place a wire baking rack on top of each. Spray the racks with nonstick spray.
- Place wings in a large bowl and thoroughly dry with paper towels.
- Mix the remaining ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle the dry rub mixture evenly over the wings and toss to coat.
- Evenly place on the racks and chill for at least 1 hour and up to 12.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Bake the wings for 30 minutes. Flip the wings, and continue to bake until they are crisp and golden brown about 15 minutes.
- Serve immediately with dipping sauce of choice!
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