Description
Crispy, juicy chicken wings coated in a custom dry rub featuring brown sugar, paprika, and spices. A balanced blend caramelizes into a savory-sweet crust during baking, offering perfect heat, smoky depth, and customizable flavor profiles.
Ingredients
Chicken wings 3 lbs (1.4 kg)
Brown sugar 2 tbsp
Paprika 1 tbsp
Garlic powder 1 tsp
Onion powder 1 tsp
Chili powder 1 tsp
Salt 1 tsp
Black pepper ½ tsp
Instructions
Rinse chicken wings under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels
Mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl
Place wings in a resealable bag and add ¾ of the dry rub; seal and shake to coat evenly
Arrange wings on a wire rack over a baking tray and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 45 minutes
Rotate wings and continue baking for another 30 minutes until crispy and golden brown
Reserve remaining dry rub for optional final coating or serving with picked clean pieces
Notes
Use a wire rack to ensure even browning
Do not cover wings during the first 45 minutes of cooking
Let rub sit on wings for at least 45 minutes to maximize flavor
Optional: fry wings after baking for an extra-crispy texture
Use smoked paprika for richer depth
Reduce chili powder if a milder version is desired
Check doneness by piercing thickest part with a fork
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 75
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10 wings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg