Dry Rubbed Chicken Wings

A stack of chicken wings that have been baked with a homemade dry rub on the wings.

5 from 6 votes

Flavorful dry-rubbed chicken wings are delicious and perfect for game day, family snacking, fun food dinner! Perfect to feed a crowd.

Course Appetizer, Main Dish, Snacks

Cuisine American

Keyword baked chicken wings, dry rub chicken wings, low-carb chicken wings

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings servings

Calories 208kcal

Author Eileen Kelly

Equipment

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rimmed baking sheet
baking
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
Measuring Spoons and Cups
Wooden Spoon
knife
Cutting Board

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon canola oil vegetable or avocado oil will work
2 pounds chicken wings, drums and wings either cut the wings yourself

Dry Rub Ingredients

1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
½ teaspoon dry ground mustard
½ teaspoon ground thyme
½ teaspoon celery salt
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder if you like a bit more spice

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Make the Dry Rub

In a small bowl mix together garlic powder, onion powder. black pepper, paprika, dry mustard, dried thyme, celery salt, and salt.
If adding extra heat, add in the chili powder and cumin.

Prepare the chicken wings with the dry rub.

In a large bowl, add the wings.
Drizzle oil on the wings. Make sure the wings are well covered with the oil.
Sprinkle the dry rub on the chicken wings.
Use your hands to rub the dry rub all over the wings.
Place the wings on a rack in a baking tray.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven in the middle rack for about 40 - 45 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F
Serve with blue cheese dressing or your favorite dipping sauces

Notes

Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.

Note 1: When placing wings in a single layer on the rack, space the wings at least an inch apart so they cook evenly.

Note 2: If you have the time, place the rub on the chicken the night before and keep covered in the fridge overnight.

Storage:

Leftovers can be stored in a covered airtight covered container for up to 3 days.

Freezer Instructions: This is a great make-ahead recipe.

If you have leftovers, they freeze really well. I use my food saver to freeze my chicken wings. A freezer-safe storage bag works as well.

The baked chicken wings can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through about 15 minutes.

Air Fryer Instructions:

If you prefer to air fry the chicken wings, preheat the air fryer to 375°F, place the wings in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 20 minutes, check the internal temperature of the wings. Fully cooked, the wings should be at 165°F.

This is a great make-ahead recipe that is perfect for those who meal plan.

Recipes written for Everyday Eileen are for information purposes. Eileen Kelly is not a registered dietician or nutritionist. Any nutritional data we provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.

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