Crispy Dry Rub Chicken Wings: The Ultimate Finger Food! Recipe
Deliciously crispy dry rub chicken wings that are oven-baked to golden perfection. These wings are coated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, delivering a spicy and smoky taste that’s perfect for game day, snacks, or appetizers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Wings
- 2 pounds chicken wings
Dry Rub & Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet to ensure better air circulation and even cooking of the wings.
- Prepare Dry Rub: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), dried oregano, and dried thyme. Mix thoroughly to create a cohesive dry rub mixture.
- Coat Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve crispiness. Add the wings to the bowl with the dry rub and toss them until they are evenly and thoroughly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange Wings: Place the coated wings in a single layer on the wire rack set over the baking sheet, making sure the wings do not touch each other to promote even cooking and crisping.
- Bake Wings: Bake the wings in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and crispiness on both sides.
- Rest and Serve: Once baked to golden brown and crisp, remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the wings for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
- To vary the flavor, substitute smoked paprika with regular paprika or add a teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce to the dry rub for a spicier kick.
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